Joaquín Torres-García

Private Collection (a gift from the artist)
Private Collection (by descent from the above and sold: Christie's, New York, November 23, 1999, lot 119) 
Private Collection, North America (and sold: Sotheby's, New York, May 24, 2012, lot 130)
Private Collection, Peru (acquired at the above sale) 
Acquired from the above by the present owner 

Paint loss is visible along the upper edge of the painting and scattered in the lower left quadrant. Additionally, there is paint loss to all four-corners, particularly to the upper left and upper right corners. A small portion of the upper left corner is torn. Pinholes are present in all four corners. A diagonal scratch approximately six-inches in length is present in the lower left quadrant. Under ultraviolet inspection, fluorescing occurs in the left window in the lower portion of the center quadrant. Additionally, fluorescing occurs in the center of the white circular structure in the lower left quadrant. Overall, this work is in very good condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

This work is included in the Joaquín Torres García Online Catalogue Raisonné (www.torresgarcia.com) as no. 1927.08.