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.

Overall with nicks, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. With some scattered shrinkage cracks and losses to carving, as to be expected. With repairs, restorations and re-stabilizations to the burr and ebonized wood, including but no limited to the uprights on the base and minor infill to the ebonized areas of the top. The parcel gilt and ebonized decoration with some scattered chips, losses to carving and gilt surfaces revealing gesso, bole and bare wood in areas as to be expected with age. With cracking to varnish, particularly to the center of the top; minor warping. The pedestal with a restored crack. The tilt top mechanism in working order; the clasp repositioned. The feet later.