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.
Each not examined out of frame. Both with a wax lining. Each with minor frame abrasion to the extreme edges. With light surface soiling and some craquelure throughout. The Westminster Bridge example with two horizontal scratches at the center and with scattered pinpoint pigment losses. Each examined under ultraviolet light. Each with scattered strokes of inpainting. Please note that Christie's does not guarantee the condition of frames.
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