Glazed. Covered in a layer of dirt and discoloured varnish. Dirt and debris under glass. Frame rubbing to edges, most notably to the left hand edge where an area of the canvas (approx. 3cm in length) is now visible. A further small area of rubbing is notable just above this. Stretcher shadow in evidence. Widely spaced stable craquelure throughout, most notable to the darker areas of background. Smaller spaced craquelure in evidence in the blue of the dress at the bottom edge of the picture. Push mark from back to front to the left of the sitters head in her hair with associated cracking. Sporadic areas of overpainting in evidence - most notably to the flesh tones of the sitters face, decolletage, her right arm, left hand, and the area of hair around the pushmark, although not exclusively. These areas are visible with the naked eye. The reverse of the canvas is not visible as a backing board has been put on the frame. Not examined out of the frame.

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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.