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.
Both are structurally stable. The marble is in good order with some minor chips and surface scratches. Both curved doors with hairline shrinkage along the lines of construction i.e a split running horizontally across the top of the door and several vertically. With wear, losses and areas of refreshement to the decoration, particularly around the edges of the doors and frame. The chute mounts later, the sabots re-gilt. The backboards with splits and evidence of old, apparently inactive, woodworm.
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