. in fully rtestored condition. stiffly relined, cleaned and high gloss varnish. surface somewhat flattened , slight stretcher shadow. surface dirt and discoloured varnish. minor wear to edges especially the left hand side. reasonably sporadic retouching to the sitters face, notably to her left hand cheek. shadows around her neck, chin etc have also been strengthened and there are two to three patches to her chest area of retouching. the greys to describe the darker parts of her ermine are strengthened. as is a degree of the general definition within her bodice and pink waisttie and also folds within the blue of her wrap on her left hand side. background generally strengthened. areas of stable craquelure.

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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.

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