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.
The website illustrations are accurate.
Condition report :
There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, there are some stains and yellowish areas to the seat and some other later stains to the velvet.
There are some losses to the lacquer, revealing the bole and the bare wood underneath.
The back right foot has been broken then restored with some glue traces.
There are some cracks to the carving especially to the upper backrail.
There are some very minor signs of inactive woodworms.
The structure has been reinforced with wooden blocks.
Print Report