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.

Watercolour, ink and wash on wove paper.
(i) Taped to the mount window at the reverse sheet edges. Mount staining to the upper edge. The ink is strong and fresh throughout. Subject to the foregoing it is our opinion that the work appears to be in generally very good condition.
(ii) Taped to the mount window at the reverse sheet edges. The edges are slightly unevenly cut. The left edge is deckled. Mount staining. The ink is strong and fresh throughout. Subject to the foregoing it is our opinion that the work appears to be in generally very good condition.
(iii) Taped to the mount window at the reverse sheet edges. Mount staining. The edges are slightly unevenly cut. The lower edge is slightly deckled. The ink is strong and fresh throughout. Subject to the foregoing it is our opinion that the work appears to be in generally very good condition.

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.