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.

Not examined out of frame. Surface soiling and craquelure throughout, most notably to the sky. Scattered areas of small pigment loss. Minor frame abrasion to the extreme edges. With the museum accession number '29.79 on the verso of the canvas and again with the accession number and museum gallery label to the cardboard backing to the frame. Examined under ultraviolet light. Canvas presents with a milky green varnish. Scattered short strokes fo inpainting to the middle and foreground.