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.
Generally good condition and ready to hang. Well carved and with impressive design. The mirror plates possibly original and resilvered. Regilt with an attractive soft tone. The gilding rubbed, revealing the white gesso and red bole in areas. Some minor chipping and losses to carving as to be expected with age. Some repairs to extremities of carving. Repairs and minor replacements, for instance to outer foliage on left and icicles on base. Paper backing now torn.
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