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.
This very impressive et elegant pair of commodes is in well preserved and meticulously conserved condition, structurally secure and ready to use.
With the inevitable dents, marks, scratches shrinkage cracks and rubbing consistent with age and use.
Veneer : with well executed restorations to the veneers and marquetry, only apparent upon close examination. Some small areas of red discoloration to the restoration. There is one discolored mark to the right panel of one commode (approx. 15 cm.)
With minor signs of old wood worm to the backboards.
Ormolu mounts : As stated in the catalogue the ormolu mounts are later, with rubbing and light wear.
The sabot with some old soldered repairs in silver.
The marble tops both in half and with well executed repairs, and otherwise only with the expected light wear and scratches.
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