William Scott, R.A.

Archeus Fine Art, London
Sale, Lyon & Turnbull Edinburgh, 28th November 2006, lot 117, where acquired by the present owner

The sheet is attached to a supporting board. When viewed out of the mount it is possible to see that the right edge of the sheet is perforated, which suggests that it was removed from the artist's sketchbook. There is a small crease in the lower left corner and one or two other scuffs to the extreme edge of the sheet which are only visible when the work is viewed out of the mount. The sheet undulates slightly and there is a small scratch to the right of the upper edge. With the exception of the above the work appears to be in very good overall condition. The work is window mounted and held behind glass in a wooden frame. Please contact 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.
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The present work is registered in the William Scott Archive as cat. no.1777.