Portrait of a gentleman, bust-length, in a lace collar and black cloak, in a feigned oval

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 three piece panel remains structurally sound. The painting retains a good degree of stability and despite the natural ageing of the paint layer, particularly to the darker tones, the painting appears to be well preserved. There are some discoloured retouchings, such as to the edge of the proper left cheek of the sitter and to the proper right edge of the mass of hair. Ultra-violet fluorescence examination confirms these and shows some isolated areas of retouchings to the hair and strengthening to the background tones and to the drapery.