Ivon Hitchens

The work appears to be in lovely fresh original condition, although due to the way in which it has been framed, the reverse of the canvas has not been examined. There is some very minor paint separation in the dark red area near the lower right edge and in the brown area near the left end of the lower edge. However these areas do not appear to be especially fragile and overall the paint surface appears to be entirely sound and stable throughout. Inspection under UV light does not appear to reveal any later retouchings. Presented 'floated' behind perspex against a fabric mount in a plain wood box frame. The frame has suffered minor chips and scuffs but is otherwise sound.
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