Painted in 1948, 22 years after Churchill’s first visit to Morocco, Valley of the Ourika, near Marrakech takes as its subject one of his favourite winter painting locations. 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. ![]() Presented unglazed in a decorative gilt wood frame in good condition. diameter) in the sky upper right, to the right of the most distant tree. ![]() There is also a tiny spot of retouching (less than 1cm. Inspection under UV light reveals some minor retouching on the river bank at the extreme left edge of the picture, and some further light 'brushes' of retouching at the top of this edge and along the top edge of the canvas. It would however benefit from a light professional clean to remove an accumulation of surface dirt and occasional tiny fly spots. The paint surface also appears to be in lovely condition, sound and stable throughout. The canvas is unlined and appears to be providing a very good sound support.
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