拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

In addition to or in elaboration of the lot description:
- two tiny surface abrasions on the arm of the skeleton, just below the tip of the Harpy's wing.
- the sheet edges severely stained, particularly noticeable at the right sheet edge, where previously taped down verso.
- a 10 mm. tear at the right sheet edge.
- the upper right tip of the sheet corner partially broken, a short tear next to it.
- backboard staining on the reverse.
- tape stains along the sheet edges verso.
- remains of adhesive tape in places at the sheet edges verso.
Otherwise as described in the lot description.
A paper conservator has confirmed to us that the condition, in particular the staining along the sheet edges, could be much improved.

The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair, and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.