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 view from the Grotta da Cappuccini, Amalfi:
The paper is in good condition overall and the media remain strong.
Executed on wove paper and fully laid down on a backing board which is slightly curved. There is some scattered foxing and some abrasion along the edges. There are some tiny nicks and tears along the edges and there are some tiny specks in the edges.
Men admiring the bay of Naples:
The paper is in generally good condition and the pigments remain strong and fresh.
Executed on wove paper and not laid down. There are strips of tape along the upper and right edges of the verso. There is a circa 2 cm. tear in the right edge and there is a circa 1.5 cm. tear in the upper edge. There is a very unobtrusive crease left of the right corner.
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