Head study of an old man

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 relined canvas is held under tension and remains stable. There is abrasion across the surface of the painting, particularly in the darker passages, with greater clarity in areas of the face with greater impasto. The artist’s expressive brushwork remains appreciable. Ultraviolet examination reveals a thick obscuring layer of varnish, with more recent restoration along the edges associated with frame wear.