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。

The canvas has been subject to relining; it is held under tension and remains stable. The painting presents very well in natural light, with the crispness of execution and colours of the upper paint glazes fully appreciable. There is a fine pattern of craquelure across the paint surface, with some areas more pronounced, notably to the right of the sitter's head. Te paint remains stable. There is some slight frame abrasion to the canvas edges. Examination under ultra-violet light reveals extensive retouching to the background, most notably to the right of the sitter. There is further scattered retouching. There is an uneven varnish that precludes further commentary.