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.

In addition to the catalogue description,

(Nymphoea lutea) with wide margins (the sheet edges slightly uneven), pale mat staining, slight rippling to the sheet, two moisture stains at the upper left and lower left sheet corner (the largest measuring 2 x ¾-in.), two horizontal 2-in. crease at the center right sheet edge, occasional surface soiling in places in the margins, a ⅛-in. discolored area in the lower right margin, and other lesser defects, framed

(Potamogeton foliis pennatis) with wide margins, the sheet laid down, the sheet slightly toned, pale scattered foxing in the image and margins, a diagonal 3-in. pale area of discoloration in the lower margin, adhesive remains in places along the upper and lower margin, and other lesser defects, framed

Image: 13½ x 9 in. (343 x 229 mm.)
Sheet: 21 x 14½ in. (533 x 369 mm.)