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 first:
The panel is comprised of a single board with a horizontal grain. The panel is supported on the reverse by a single vertical baton that has been instered into a channel. Two small cracks corresponding the baton channel are visble at the upper edge and measure 1/2 inch each. The paint layer is stable, although slighlty dirty, under a clear varnish. There is a a very fine craqulure across the surface. Strokes of retouching are visible in the sky addressing the wood grain, mainly in the sky and along the upper edge. Further inspection under ultraviolet light revealed a campaign of strengthening along the contours of the composition throughout. The painting presents well and can be hung in its current state. The work is offered in a simple black frame with gold insert.

The second:
The panel is comprised of a single board with a horizontal grain. The panel has a slight convex bow and is supported on the reverse by a single vertical baton that has been instered into a channel. The paint layer is stable under a clear varnish. There is some frame abrasion and associated losses along the extreme edges. In raking light strokes of retouching are visible, which address the wood grain, mostly in areas of the sky. These retouches are also visible in ultraviolet light. Further inspection in ultraviolet light revealed scattered strokes of strenthening along the contougs of the figures and horses. The painting presents well and can be hung in its current state. The work is offered in a simple black frame with gold insert.