LOT DETAILS

Materials:

Red chalk heightened with white

Measurements:

10.12 in. (25.70 cm.) (height) by 15.16 in. (38.50 cm.) (width)

Markings:

bears old attribution in pen and brown ink, and later numbering in pencil

Condition:

Window mounted. Overall in fairly good condition. Light staining at the four corners of the sheet. Some surface dirt. White heightening has slightly oxidised. Red chalk still strong and vibrant. Sold framed. "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."

Provenance:

Bears unidentified collector's mark (L.474);; <br>sale, London, Christie's, 7 July 2010, lot 307