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 sheet is hinged at the upper corners to the backing board and undulates slightly. The upper and left edges of the sheet are deckled. Minor discoloration and faint handling marks are occasionally to the edges and corners, visible underneath the mat. A few small hairline cracks, some with associated lifting, are to the center upper edge in a green passage and to the lower left quadrant in areas of heavier paint application. A minute loss is to the upper left quadrant in a green passage. There is no apparent inpainting visible under ultraviolet light.

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.