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 sheet is hinged at the upper corners to the backing board. The edges have shifted in tone and a tiny tear is to the lower right edge. A repaired tear is to the lower right edge. Faint creases and pinpoint discoloration are found occasionally, most notably to the right edge. Two faint horizontal abrasions are to the black passage above center. Pinpoint losses and faint mottling are to the red passage in the upper left quadrant. There is no apparent inpainting under ultraviolet light.