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 pair of paintings are offered in matching elaborate carved and gilt frames. Both paintings have stable paint layers with a wide craquelure.

The first:
Scattered retouchings throughout the sitter's face are visible in natural light, and are concentrated on his nose, chin, crease of his mouth on the left side and his temple on the right side of the canvas. Retouching can also be seen in the black of the sitter's collar on the left side, just below his cravat, and an area of retouching where the light hits his breast plate. Inspection under ultraviolet light confirms the aforementioned restoration, and reveals minor retouching throughout the background and the sitter's hair. Inspection under ultraviolet light also reveals an area with historic campaigns of retouching in the background to the right of the sitter's collar on the right side, measuring approximately 4 inches long. Further inspection is hindered by an opaque varnish that fluoresces green.

The second:
Substantial retouching is visible throughout the sitter's face, hair, chest and gown. Strengthening strokes can be seen in the outline and folds of her sleeves, the dark folds of her blue sash, and in the hair of the face on the table. An area of retouching measuring approximately 1.75 inches across can be seen in her forearm. Inspection under ultraviolet light confirms the aforementioned restoration and indicates historic campaigns of retouching throughout the background. Further inspection is hindered by an opaque varnish that fluoresces green.