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.

In addition to or in elaboration of the catalogue entry:
- with small margins, the sheet edges trimmed slightly irregularly
- several hard creases at the upper right corner, the paper surface broken in places
- with pale and unobtrusive scattered foxing and minor surface dirt in places
- inscribed 'planche originale' 'Mellan' in pencil in the lower margin
- remains of hinges on the reverse
Otherwise as described in the catalogue and in good condition.