Portrait of the artist, bust-length

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 is supported on the reverse with a glue lining. There is an approximately 2 x 2 in. fabric patch adhered to the reverse at center left. The varnish is clear, though yellowed, and the picture appears not to have been cleaned for some time. The paint layer is stable on the support. Under natural light, a fine craquelure is visible. The paint layer is also a little abraded in places. Touches of discolored inpainting are visible in the sitter and in the background. Some scuffing due to frame contact is visible along parts of the extreme edges of the canvas. Under ultraviolet light, the varnish fluoresces unevenly and scattered areas of inpainting fluoresce throughout. The picture could be displayed as is but may benefit from a sensitive cleaning.