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.

All four paintings are on their original stretchers which are providing good support. There is some very fine craquelure to all the paintings but the paint surface appears to be stable and in good condition.

the first:
Under UV light there are scattered areas of inpainting to craquelure, mainly in the sky. There are some other small scattered spots of retouching. The picture has been cleaned.

The second:
Under UV light there are some scattered areas of retouching and inpainting to craquelure. The picture has been cleaned.

The third:
Under UV light there are some scattered areas of retouching and inpainting to craquelure. The picture has been cleaned.

The fourth:
Under UV light there are some minor scatterings of retouching and inpainting to craquelure. The picture has been cleaned.

The restoration has been sensitively and competently handled and is not visible to the naked eye.