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.
There is minor wear with occasional associated pinpoint losses to the edges and corners. Stretcher bar impressions are visible along the side edges and central vertical axis. The canvas is slack overall, most notably at the center owing to the weight of the brick, presumably in keeping with the artist's working method. The brick has become slightly detached from the canvas at the upper edge. A small area of craquelure and minor hairline cracks with periodic associated pinpoint losses and lifting are visible near the brick, presumably owing to the brick's weight. Small spots of whitish cast are visible occasionally, presumably in keep with the nature of the medium. Under ultraviolet light, small spots of inpainting are visible occasionally, most notably along the edges of the canvas and surrounding the brick.
The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair, and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
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