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.

Condition report :
The website illustrations are accurate.
Good overall condition.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, cracks, scratches and shrinkage cracks due to age and use.
Gilding : there are some losses revealing the red bole and the white gesso and the bare wood underneath throughout. With some flaking areas to the gilding.
There are some very minor restorations to the gilding as expected.
The structure of the top has been re-unforced with wooden pieces.
There are some minor construction cracks visible.
The right front feet has probably been restored.
Marble : with minor scratches and chips especially to the edges.
There are some minor glue traces to the stretcher.