Orginal canvas which is securely attached to the original stretcher. There are very fine cracks throughout, in particular in the upper left quadrant. A small dent to the canvas is visible in the upper right quadrant. There are minor frame abrasions along the edges and the surface is slightly dirty. Inspection under UV-light shows retouching to both huts, the trees, as well as other minor scattered retouching. A small area of retouching to the hut on the left is visible to the naked eye. Held in a modern gilt wood frame. Unexamined out of frame.
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