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 two-piece panel is held stable along the horizontal panel join by small batons to the reverse. Small restored losses are visible along the panel join, with loses in the upper left corner (visible in the illustration) and other scattered loses along the surface and along the edges of the panel, associated with frame wear. Ultraviolet examination reveals an old, thick, streaky varnish that hinders proper examination .