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 painting is on a vertically-grained wood panel comprised of a single board. There is some scuffing and associated restoration along the extreme edges of the paint surface. The varnish is uneven and has clouded in some areas, especially in the hair of the sitter and in the dark background. In natural light, some strengthening is visible in the outlines of the hair ornament and the brooch on the infanta’s dress. Under ultraviolet light, some areas of minor retouching in the white collar and hair of the sitter appear, but further inspection is largely hindered by the clouded varnish. The painting is in stable condition and may be hung in its present state.
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