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.

In overall sound condition and ready to be placed. Scattered age and construction cracks (not extensive). The back legs later reinforced on reverse. The veneer with some fine cracks, minor patches and infill, the largest on the proper left approximatley 3 in. wide. The top of the superstructure beneath the mirror with some fading, wear, and probably early water damage. The mirror frame with some old minor inactive worm damage to the veneer, now with infill. Locks replaced. The mirror plate replaced. The verre eglomise in the cresting of a later date. The black painted areas refreshed.