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 catalogue illustrations are accurate.
Good overall condition.
There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
There are some very minor losses to the red lacquer revealing the bare wood underneath and some very minor losses to the gilding.
There are some minor shrinkage cracks.
There are some minor losses to the carving especially to the upper edge of one foot.
There are other minor chips to the edges
There are some minor marks and water stains to the top and to the stretcher as expected.
Structurally sound.