English School (mid-19th century), Coursing scene, with two greyhounds giving chase to a hare, indistinctly signed and dated on the lower right, oil on canvas, 45.5cm x 60cm

Condition Report

The painting is an oil on canvas, framed without glazing. The canvas has been relined, the tension is good, no obvious signs of rips, tears or holes. The painting has had some restoration. There is craquelure throughout but the condition overall appears stable, no obvious signs of paint loss or deterioration. There are several small dark surface accretions. There is some general wear and tear to the frame. 

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