The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Gelatin silver prints on semi-gloss double-weight paper. Shot against white background - noticeable peripheral wear consistent with age and handling including substantial creasing to corners with cracks and surface loss to emulsion, crackled emulsion to edges, scattered emulsion splashes to surface, a 2x2 in. yellowish stain to upper left edge, a small yellow accretion to right of George's head, some toning verso. Shot against brick wall - peripheral wear consistent with age and handling: dog-ears to three corners with cracks and surface loss to emulsion, handling crease to left edge with cracked emulsion, a few lighter creases throughout with hairline crackles to emulsion, some toning verso.