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 painting is executed on canvas, which has been relined and is held under adequate tension. Examination under natural light reveals some thinning to the upper paint glazes, particularly evident in the darker and green tones. An area of retouching at the centre of the sitter's red dress, possibly associated with a historic tear, appears raised under raking light and may benefit from consolidation.

Examination under UV confirms the above, revealing several campaigns of restoration, including infill to craquelure in the flesh tones and strengthening to the aforementioned darker tones of the background and drapery. An old cloudy varnish precludes further analysis but additional restoration cannot be ruled out.