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.
Both presenting well overall, with the typical scattered chips to leaf tips and flower petals at the bases; the boy in the purple robe with some restoration to his hat, and a tiny area of restoration to the tip of his nose. Also compare the pair on view in the Katz Collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (accession nos. 1988.1061 and 1988.1062).
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