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 larger sheet is hinged to the backing board at the corner-tips and periodically along the edges, and the sheet undulates slightly. The smaller sheet is hinged to the backing board at the corner-tips and periodically along the edges. The edges of the larger sheet are slightly deckled and the edges of the smaller sheet are unevenly cut. A tiny accretion is near the left edge above center and another is to the center right edge of the smaller sheet. There is no apparent inpainting visible under ultraviolet light.