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 work has not been examined outside of its frame. Minor wear with a few faint rubs is to the corner tips and edges. A pinpoint loss is to the lower left edge within the yellow. There is a slight canvas indent at the hammer's attachment point in the upper left corner. Minor wear is to the tool elements, in keeping with the found nature of their medium. There is no apparent inpainting visible under ultraviolet light.