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.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches, and rubbing.
White copper : with some scratches and chips especially to one vase.
Gilding : with some signs of tarnishing and black spots especially to both bases, with some traces of verdigris especially to the base of one removable candlestick.
Vase 1 :
The base of one copper vase is slightly distorted and the vase is slightly loose.
The ormolu element of the top doesn't fit well probably due to an old removal of the mounts.
Vase 2 :
The copper vase is very slightly bent.
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