Covered in a relatively thick layer of surface dirt and discoloured varnish. Areas of which have deteriorated and have a slight opaque quality highlighting the grain and application of the paint. Slight frame rubbing to edges. The panel appears sound. Sporadic areas of retouching most notably to the trunk and branches to the tree in the right-hand foreground and a swaive extending through the figure group to the dark patch underneath the flock of sheep. Most likely to disguise and infill old cracquelure / flaked paint. Retouch to lower left-hand corner, upper right corner and top edge.

We are happy to provide Condition Reports to prospective buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale. We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a Condition Report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage prospective buyers to inspect an item in person where possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers, or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated.

Regarding Pictures, Prints and Works on Paper, works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession.

We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.