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 dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, with a spirius stamp 'DUBOIS'.
There are some losses to the lacquer, revealing the white gesso and the bare wood underneath, especially to the left part of the commode.
There is an important vertical shrinkage crack to the left side of the commode.
There are some other cracks to the lacquer as expected.
The back left finial is detached.
There are differences in the carving between the finials and the other mounts.
Some little parts of the mounts along the lines of the commode are slightly desoldered.
A screw is missing to the mount on the right side of the commode.
There are some very minor chips and scratches to the marble top as expected.
The drawers have been partly restored.
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