拍品的狀況可能存在極大差異，而由於其性質使然，拍品難以處於完美無瑕的狀態。拍品均以拍賣時的狀況出售。

B: One vertical and three horizontal fold lines, re-touching to fold lines (discoloured in places) and restoration to cross folds, re-spray to margins at corners, restoration to losses in margins, the largest 1x½ in., area of light restoration to central face, approx 4x4in., image and colours otherwise excellent, backed on linen.

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.