Le champ de coquelicot

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.

oil on panel.
The panel appears to be straigh and solid.
The paint layer appears to be secure and stable.
The paitned surface has some minor surface dirt and varnish discolouration.
There are some nice spots of impasto in the flowers.
There are minor frame abrasions.
Examination under UV light shows light retoucing, predominantly to a thin vertical line of to frame abrasions on the left hand edge and a possible spot of retoucing to the top of the haystack.
Overall the painting presents well in a gilt composite period style frame.