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.

In addition to the catalogue description:
- the upper sheet edge with various repaired tears, losses and thin spots, with associated cockling of the sheet.
- an added borderline in black ink on three sides.
- a short repaired paper split and hole on the skirt, just below the woman's hand, with tiny touches of pen and ink.
- a tiny backed pinhole, with touches of pen and ink on the man's belly.
- a few small thin spots in places, one on the man's right shoulder.
Otherwise as described, mounted and unframed.