Laurence Stephen Lowry, R.A.

Sale, Bonhams London, 14th June 2005, lot 142, where acquired by the present owner

The sheet is not laid down, but is adhered to a backing card via two horizontal strips of cellotape at the top and bottom edges. There is an old tear encroaching c.1in. up from the extreme bottom edge. There is a perforated edge along the bottom, indicating that this may be a leaf from a sketchbook. There is surface dirt and staining to the sheet, most visible when viewing the work outside of the present mount and most noticeably to the edges, with some spots of staining visible along the bottom edge, by the pavement. Housed behind glass I a thin gilt wood frame, set within a cream card mount. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."