Copper panel flat. Raised micro-cracking with associated loss of upper paint layers in passages, including a larger flaked loss unrestored top centre. Further brittle age craquelure, not raised (see images in reflected light for extent of flaking). Cracks in figure are largely secure. Minor losses and rubbing at edges where visible - see bottom left edge. There are some pale yellowish streaks in the background, it is not possible to determine what these are, they don't appear to be losses to paint and ground, and are perhaps flaked/broken up varnish, or a substance on the surface? Scattered minor retouching to looses, with a little reinforcing in drapery. A degraded yellowed matt varnish, slightly broken up in places. A layer of surface dirt with tiny dark spots and other surface accretions.

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