Provenance
Marlborough Fine Art Ltd, London Condition On laid paper. There is a spot on staining to the centre of the work and various small spots of staining towards the edges. There is a spot of white paint on the upper edge. The left edge of the work is deckled. Under glass and held in a gilt wooden frame with a white slip. Unexamined out of its frame. "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."
Catalog summary
Brett Whiteley interior note signed, titled and dated 1963 on the backboard pencil 28 by 21cm.; 11 by 8¼in. Provenance Marlborough Fine Art Ltd, London Condition On laid paper. There is a spot on staining to the centre of the work and various small spots of staining towards the edges. There is a spot of white paint on the upper edge. The left edge of the work is deckled. Under glass and held in a gilt wooden frame with a white slip. Unexamined out of its frame. "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."