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 edges are slightly deckled with faint discoloration. Two minor tears located on the right and left middle edge. Faint foxing, handling marks and abrasions are intermittently scattered across the surface. A few hairline creases mostly towards the corners. On the reverse, the condition is consistent with the aforementioned condition observed on the front. Faint traces of paper consolidation along the right and lower edges. Cappellin's seal and reference number 148. Subject to the foregoing, it is in our opinion that the work is in overall good condition.