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 illustrations on the website are accurate.
Good overall condition.
Structurally secured.
There are some minor dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
Gilding : with minor losses revealing the red bowl, the white gesso and the bare wood underneath especially to the top of the feet.
There are some old traces of inactive woodworms
Upholstery : the velvet is in very good overall condition despite of very minor wear due to use as expected.
As stated in the catalogue the feet and the stretchers are later.
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