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 is held adequately under tension on its stretcher and remains stable. The surface of the paint later is covered by an old, discoloured layer of varnish with some surface dirt. Minor damages to the paint layer are visible in the areas where the canvas rested on its stretcher, with minor discoloured retouching. Ultraviolet examination is impaired by a thick obscuring varnish
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