John Bratby (British 1928-1992) Embracing Couple, illustration for 1960 publication Breakdown, signed lower right, measurements 20 x 12 cm (i), frame 43 x 35 cm

Provenance: private local collection, purchased from Modern British Gallery

Condition Report

The item is a work on paper, framed under glazing- not examined external to the frame. The sheet appears in good condition with no obvious evidence for rips, creases or any losses and the surface appears stable. There is some minor evidence of ageing (yellowing) to the sheet, the colours of the ink are well preserved. The frame is in good condition with solid joints.

The book has some ageing (yellowing) to the pages but overall the pages appear in good condition with no obvious rips, losses or pages missing. There is some staining to the bottom of the inside front and back cover. The dust cover has wear, especially to the edges and some minor tears to the corners.

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