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 retains a strong tension on its stretcher and appears to be in a good state of preservation with the fluid modelling and textured brushstrokes of the artist all highly appreciable. The canvas remains structurally stable with some repairs; a repair above the head, a small repair above the left ear and another below the right knee, all with associated retouchings. Ultra-violet fluorescence examination confirms the presence of two levels of scattered strokes of retouching and some larger areas of retouchings to the borders. There is a little abrasion to an even, stable pattern of craquelure, but there is no obvious loss of detail. The painting has a fresh appearance with an even surface.
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