The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The canvas has been relined but the surface impasto is well-preserved.
Under UV light there are some small areas of retouching on the sitter's blouse and in a cross shape in the background area to the right of the sitter, which most probably covers a small tear in the canvas. However these are not visible to the naked eye.
It has been cleaned and revarnished and is presented in a swept frame.
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