Gerald Scarfe

500 by 730mm. (on 593 by 840mm. sheet), pen, ink and watercolour drawing, captioned "Red Tape" with "Nigel Hawthorne Yes Minister" and signed lower right, framed and glazed, minor tears at lower edge

There is some uniform browning to the sheet, consistent with age. There are two tears to the lower edge of the leaf. These have been repaired by adhesive tape on the reverse. There is some minor creasing. There are red ink marks (presumably for camera placement) at the edges and an adhesive sticker on the reverse. There are some abrasions to the reverse of the leaf, but these do not affect the image. Overall, this is a bright and unfaded watercolour.
"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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Part of the opening sequence of Yes, Prime Minister.