. Not a modern copy. Executed c. 100 years +. Covered in a thick layer of grime, dirt & discoloured varnish. Visible damage and scratches to helmet at sitters right. There is a repaired horizonal tear lower right approx 3 in. in length. Overpaint visible with the naked eye to sitters left cheek and eye. Possible overpaint / hole to breastplate of sitters right. Possible evidence of early overcleaning to armour as paint shows signs of abrasion. Stretcher is nailed to frame. Woodworm damage to stretcher of unknown date. Christies stencil verso 370 FW. Possible collection sticker no. 5 to back of frame. Overall in a stable state of condition otherwise. Not examined with a UV light.

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