Contralto

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.

(i-ii) The canvas, stretchers and attachments appear to be in generally good condition. The canvas is slightly slack. There are some minor handling marks and surface irregularities in places, most notably to the edges. (i) There a few pinpoint paint losses in places to the turnover edges. When examined under ultraviolet light there appears to be no evidence of any retouching. Subject to the foregoing, it is our view that the work appears to be in generally very good condition.