In fully restored condition. Stiffly relined, cleaned and revarnished. Restoration has somewhat flattened and abraded the surface. Now covered in a thin layer of dirt and discoloured varnish. Paint thin in places. Under UV there are several passages of retouching and infilling throughout the background. More notable patch to upper right hand corner. Patch of strengthening to the shadows in the old woman's skirt and the folds of the young girls skirt. The boys hat and details of his clothing have been strengthened. There is an area of incongruous paint around the bottle on the shelf in the background. This is possibly a repaired damage. The surface of this area is different and slightly raised. For further information please contact department.

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 people to see an item in person when possible.

Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated.

 Works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.

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.