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.

This relined canvas retains a strong tension on its stretcher and remains structurally stable. Close examination confirms that the painting is in a well preserved state with its textured brushwork and narrative detail all appreciable. Ultra-violet fluorescence examination confirms some scattered retouchings, such as to a section of the darker-toned key and to the two corners on the right side, and some strengthening to the background areas. Further examination is impaired by a dense layer of varnish.