John Craxton, R.A.

The Artist, from whom acquired by the previous owner in the 1940s or 1950s, and thence by descent to the present owner

The sheet is sound and is not laid down but has been attached to the backing board at the centre of the top edge. The top and the bottom edge are unevenly cut, not visible in the current mount. There are artist pinholes along the top edge of the work. The sheet cockles slightly. There are some minor scuffs to the edges of the sheet, which correspond to the mounting. There appear to be two tiny water stains, one to the toe of the boot and one to the top of the boot, which may have happened in the Artist's studio. Otherwise the work is in excellent original condition with strong passages of pastel and bright colours throughout. Held under glass in a simple gilt frame with a grey mount. Please telephone the department on +44 207 293 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.