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 first - there is some paint shrinkage but the panel is stable and is providing good support. There is some light surface dirt.
UV light reveals some scattering infilling to paint shrinkage, mainly to the sea and to some areas of the sky. There are areas of retouching to old frame abrasions at the lower left and upper right corners. The picture appears to have been cleaned.
The second - the panel has bowed, particularly at the upper edge but the paint is stable and the panel is providing good support. There is some surface dirt and some minor areas of paint shrinkage. There are some very light frame abrasions along the edge of the panel.
UV light reveals a couple of small spots of retouching. The picture appears to have been cleaned.
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