The sheet has discoloured in line with age. The bottom and right edges are deckled. There are pinholes in all four corners and in places along the left edge. Minor horizontal tears can be seen to the left and right edges. There is some minor creasing to the top corners, along the middle of the top edge and along the bottom edge. Surface scratches and abrasions with associated paint loss are visible throughout the Tsar's figure, most notably to the pink areas. The gold paint has degraded and discoloured. There is a layer of surface dirt with mount staining and handling marks along the edges and the odd spot of incipient foxing in places. The sheet has been adhered to the mount along all four edges, there are a few pencil sketches on the reverse. Held behind plexiglass and framed.
Condition 9 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Studio Sale) is not applicable to this lot.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."