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 canvas has been relined and retains a good tension on its stretcher. Some discoloured strengthening in the darks, eg in the foliage, is visible to the naked eye. The paint surface is a little dry and the varnish has frosted in passages.
Examination under ultraviolet light confirms the aforementioned retouching to the darker tones in the foliage and landscape with some strengthening to the sky.
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