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.

THIS CONDITION REPORT HAS BEEN PREPARED BY HAMISH DEWAR FINE ART CONSERVATION,
IN THE CHRISTIE'S WAREHOUSE FOR THE PURPOSE OF THIS SALE.

Structural condition
The canvas is unlined and the turnover and tacking edges have a thin strip-lining which has
been applied to strengthen the turnover and tacking edges. There is, almost inevitably for an
unlined canvas of this period, a pattern of lines of drying craquelure. These are most evident
in the sky and are stable and secure. It is obviously most encouraging to find the canvas in its
original unlined state.

Paint surface
The paint surface has an even varnish layer.
Inspection under ultraviolet light shows retouchings around the framing edges, which will be
partly covered by the framing sight edges and only the most minimal spots of other inpainting.

Summary
The painting would therefore appear to be in very good and stable condition and no further
work is required.