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Provenance

Sale, Christie's London, 25th November 1993, lot 188, where acquired by David Bowie Condition The sheet appears sound. The sheet is attached to the mount at the upper left and right corners. The right edge of the sheet is deckled and the sheet is slightly cockled, thought to be in keeping with the artist's materials. There are a few extremely minor scuffs to the work, including to the black element at the lower centre and to the blue element in the upper left quadrant. There are a few flecks of studio detritus. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in excellent overall condition.<br> <br>The work is presented in a simple gilt wooden frame and held under glass. <br><br>Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 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." Catalogue Note The present work is registered in the William Scott Archive as number 1605.

Catalog summary

William Scott, R.A. Two Black Forms signed watercolour and gouache 28 by 38cm.; 11 by 15in. Executed circa 1956. Provenance Sale, Christie's London, 25th November 1993, lot 188, where acquired by David Bowie Condition The sheet appears sound. The sheet is attached to the mount at the upper left and right corners. The right edge of the sheet is deckled and the sheet is slightly cockled, thought to be in keeping with the artist's materials. There are a few extremely minor scuffs to the work, including to the black element at the lower centre and to the blue element in the upper left quadrant. There are a few flecks of studio detritus. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in excellent overall condition.<br> <br>The work is presented in a simple gilt wooden frame and held under glass. <br><br>Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 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." Catalogue Note The present work is registered in the William Scott Archive as number 1605.