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 uncradled panel is composed of two vertically oriented boards measuring approximately 3/8 inches thick and exhibits beveling on all four edges of the reverse. There are small losses to the upper left, lower left and lower right corners of the panel and an insignificant loss along the left edge, all of which are hidden by the rabbet of the frame. The varnish is generally clear with minimal yellowing and the paint is stable on the support. Light frame abrasion is evident along the bottom, top and left edges. Ultraviolet light reveals scattered, isolated lines of retouching in the background to suppress the woodgrain of the panel. There is further retouching along the panel join, to consolidate paint ½ inch from the panel join, and to suppress the appearance of pentimenti to the right of the hat due to increased transparency of the paint layer. Several further areas of retouching fluoresce along hairline cracks at upper and lower left, the larger of which measures approximately six inches. The painting should be displayed in its current state.