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Provenance

Sale: Christie's, New York, May 21, 1996, lot 192 Acquired at the above sale by the present owner Condition Watercolor over traces of pencil on paper; sheet has deckled edges and is hinged at upper edge by three pieces of white cloth tape. Work is in generally good condition aside from faint acid burn at extreme edges, a repaired small one half inch tear in near lower right edge and a few scattered dots of foxing. Work presents nicely and is ready to hang 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.

Catalog summary

Reginald Marsh Carousel Horses signed Reginald Marsh and dated 39 (lower right) watercolor over traces of pencil on paper 15 1/2 by 22 1/2 inches (39.4 by 57.2 cm) Provenance Sale: Christie's, New York, May 21, 1996, lot 192 Acquired at the above sale by the present owner Condition Watercolor over traces of pencil on paper; sheet has deckled edges and is hinged at upper edge by three pieces of white cloth tape. Work is in generally good condition aside from faint acid burn at extreme edges, a repaired small one half inch tear in near lower right edge and a few scattered dots of foxing. Work presents nicely and is ready to hang 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.