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Condition report
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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 work is suited for a two-prong North American plug and is in working order. The canvas is slightly slack. Minor wear with associated rubbing is to the corner tips and turning edges. A hairline crack is next to the light bulb by the penguin's mouth. Minor wear is to the light bulb elements, in keeping with the found nature of the medium. There is no apparent inpainting visible under ultraviolet light.