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.
Structurally secure.
As stated in the catalogue, there are one black ink handwritten label under each seat with the inscription 'Grand Salon / Chaise dans la / fenetre du Milieu' et 'Grand Salon / Entrée à Gauche / Chaise du Coin'.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
The gilding is later.
The feet have been shortened.
There are some minor traces of inactive wood worms.
Silk: there are some tears and wears throughout.
Chair 1 :
There are some important losses to the gilding revealing the red bowl, white gesso and bare wood underneath, especially to the top of the backseat, to the back of the feet and to the finials of the feet, with some restorations with a gilt product.
There is a crack to the back lower part of the right upright.
Chair 2 :
There are some important losses to the gilding revealing the red bowl, white gesso and bare wood underneath, especially inside the front right foot, with some restorations with a gilt product.
There is a crack to the upper part of the back right foot, which has been restored.