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.' Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. 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. 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.

'In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above.

This picture is contained in a moulded plaster frame. There are flecked retouchings throughout, the most extensive being to the girl's bare shoulder and to a small area on her right arm. There are no signs of craquelure and the paint surface appears to be stable. The paint surface is in good clean condition with clear colouring throughout. The illustration is broadly representative, but the colours in reality are slightly darker in tone.

Edwin Longsden Long RA by Mark Bills