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.

This beautiful commode is in good overall condition.
With inevitable marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
The marble top with some minor wear to the extremities, as to be expected.
The top edge of upper drawer reveneered.
The mounts regilt, the chutes possibly associated.
With paper label to the reverse inscribed '15'.
The lacquer panels with some hairline cracks and craquelure but in good condition.
The red japanning surrounds refreshed, the Chinese lacquer with minor retouching.
The upper drawer with a more prominent crack to the lacquer to the right of the escutcheon.
Some minor losses to the gilt decoration.
Backboards possibly replaced.
Some evidence of inactive woodworm throughout.