Heavy accretion of dirt and smudges all over surface. Several water stains in areas BL, BR, TR, and just to the TR of center. Frame and canvas are skewed so that they are no longer square.
Some accretion in lower areas of painting, especially BR which has split liquid residue. Light dusting of white particles, probably lint accumulation, all over surface. Backing paper has a couple of rips in center from hanging the picture.
canvas torn in area 8 cm TL x 5cm L side (c. 1 cm). Major scratch on TR of image (c. 2 cm). Frame - loss of plaster in BL corner, TR corner, lower R side (1996) and TM (2020)
Primary Support
canvas
Secondary Support
no backing board; frame - wood and plaster with gild
There is a 3cm tear in TR area of painting. Frame has plaster gild broken in various areas, especially along the left vertical arm. The finish on the frame is also worn off in various places.
Primary Support
canvas
Secondary Support
plexiglass, backing paper; frame - wood and plaster with gild