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.
Good overall condition.
Illustrations published on the website catalogue are accurate despite being slightly too bright.
There are the inevitable marks, dents, scratches, shrinkage cracks and rubbings consistent with age and use.
Lacquer: with some restorations, especially to the front.
There are some different red shades to the front.
Some minor losses to the painting as expected, with some minor black spot.
Some minor flacking areas as expected.
There are some traces of former labels at the back.
There are some minor losses to the lacquered reveling the barewood underneath especially to the lower part of the front.
Gilding: there are some signs of tarnishing and traces of white cleaning product, especially to the left upright mount.
Marble: with some minor scratches and chips to the edges.
Print Report