The work is in good condition, the canvas is lined. Light craquelure over the work. Some yellowing to surface possibly from yellowed varnish. Some paint loss on the back leg of the black dog. Light surface scratch in the sky. UNDER UV: One 2 inch area of inpainting on the upper edge near the frame.
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