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.

Provisional condition report :
Good overall condition.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, the glass panels are associated.
Some minor losses to the gilding, particularly to the extremities and some isolated areas showing the white bole and bare timber beneath.
Very minor losses to carving at approximately three scroll ends.
Some touchups to the gilding.
Some minor foxing to the mirror plates.
The upper plate has moved and is currently out of alignment with the top of the cartouche in which it fits.