First Comes the Blood

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 sheet is hinged at the upper right corner to the backing board. A few faint handling marks are to the upper right and lower left quadrants. Several small paper accretions are visible periodically to the painted black passages. A few pinpoint spots of foxing are visible occasionally to the center. There is no apparent inpainting visible under ultraviolet light.

The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair, and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.