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 this is providing an even structural support. There is a fine and stable pattern of craquelure in the paint surface, most evident in the sky and along the stretcher bars. The paint surface would appear to be stable at present. There are minor specs of paint loss along the outer edges caused by frame abrasion. The paint surface is covered in an old varnish, which has discoloured yellow. Some of the craquelure has been infilled in the past and this has now discoloured and is a little discordant, most notably in the sky. Examination under ultraviolet light confirms the aforementioned retouchings, as well as the presence of an old varnish, the thickness of which precludes further examination.