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.

A wooden strip frame is affixed to the side edges of the canvas. Minor wear is to the corner tips and turning edges, and fine hairline cracks are scattered to the turning edges. Drying cracks with some associated losses are scattered, notably three areas of loss near the large blue and white flag. Under ultraviolet light, areas at the lower edge fluoresce; these areas appear shiny in natural light, either from artist's material or conservation.