John Craxton, R.A.

Sale, Christie's London, 7th June 2001, lot 134
Austin/Desmond Fine Art, London, from whom acquired by the present owner

The sheet is fully laid down onto a backing card. The sheet appears sound. The upper horizontal edge of the sheet is uneven, consistent with the sheet possibly having been taken from a sketchbook. There are one or two light scuffs and scratches apparent to the sheet in the lower right quadrant, most apparent towards the lower right vertical edge, where some very small spots of the upper layer of paper have been torn and lost. There are some scattered spots of surface matter apparent primarily in the lower left quadrant, with a few further scattered spots elsewhere. Subject to the above the work appears to be in very good overall condition, with fresh and vivid colours throughout. The work is float mounted and presented in a painted wooden frame, held under glass. 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."

We are grateful to Ian Collins for his kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.