Portrait of the Infanta Anna Maria of Hapsburg (1606-1646), aged one, holding a coral teething toy

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 a stretcher. There is evidence of instability in the paint surface with some associated losses in the upper left section of the canvas. These areas should be stabilised so as to avoid potential future losses. The paint surface is a little dirty and there is some scuffing near the edges, no doubt associated to historic frame abrasion. Some discoloured retouching is visible in the red tones. Examination under ultraviolet light is largely obscured by the thick old varnish layer but does confirm the aforementioned restoration.