All nine paintings have been fairly recently cleaned and restored. All the boards are stable and undamaged except that of Clio which has a small dent lower right. there is a tiny loss centre right on that of Erato. All nine appear to be in excellent overall condition. No recent intervention at all is visible under ultra violet light. The varnish layer is still glossy and even and the paintings should not require further attention. All nine paintings are offered in matching neoclassical style gilt wood frames with bead and lambs tongue moulding, all in very good condition.
"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."

The nine muses were Greek godesses of the arts and sciences: Calliope was the muse of epic poetry; Clio of history; Erato of love poetry; Euterpe of music; Melpomene of tragedy; Polyhymnia of sacred poetry; Terpsichore of dance; Thalia of comedy and Urania was the muse of astronomy.