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 pigments are rubbed and pitted sometimes leading to losses, affecting all areas, especially in the grey sky behind and in front of the mounted ruler, his stallion and servants. They is flaking in areas around the mace bearer, by the servants attires and around the horse's head. The painting is warped and has suffered from damp. The added garnet margins are becoming loose.
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