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.
Good overall condition.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, in the drawer, there are a printed label inscribed 'A LA VILLE DE LYON / LANNUIER, MAÎTRE ÉBENISTE' and a leather label with the number '4169'.
A stated in the catalogue, there is a printed label inscribed 'GARDE MEUBLE TAILLEUR FILS' under the top. As stated in the catalogue, with a sporous stamp 'WEISWEILER' on the right back upright.
Mahogany: there are some restorations with 'gomme-laque' paste filling.
Ormolu mounts : as stated in the catalogue, partly later.
There are some minor dents, rubbing and some signs of tarnishing.
Marble: slightly yellowish, with some scuff marks and chips to the edges.
As stated in the catalogue, the marble stretcher is later.
Structurally sound.
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