拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

The work has not been examined outside its frame, which is attached with nails to the side edges of the canvas. Soiling is to the upper edge and lower right edge, and a faint abrasion is to the upper right edge. A few small losses are left of center, and a minute one is to the lower right quadrant in a grey passage. Small accretions are visible occasionally to the left quadrants. A few hairline cracks are visible occasionally throughout. There is no apparent inpainting visible under ultraviolet light.

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.