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.
Country house condition.
There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches, shrinkage cracks and rubbing consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, each one stamped 'CAREL' and JME' under the left rail.
As stated in the catalogue the left foot of one commode is broken and needs to be restored.
There are some losses to the veneer especially to the edges of the feet of one commode and the frontal drawer of both commode.
Leather : slightly worn as expected with minor tears and losses.
Ormolu mounts : as stated in the catalogue, they are later.
With sign of tarnishing. Some minor traces of verdigris.
Marble tops : with some minor yellow stains, chips to the edges and scuff marks.
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