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.

Some discoloured retouching is visible to the naked eye, notably in the blue background, where there is evidence of historic blistering, and in the flesh tones, eg. in the forehead and neck.
Examination under ultra violet light confirms the aforementioned restoration and reveals infilling associated to the wood grain and strengthening to the sitter’s red mantle.
There are a number of losses to the gilding of the frame.