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 minor dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
There are some minor losses to the carving especially to the exposed areas, with dents and marks.
With some traces of old fixation pieces on both armchairs now removed.
The finials of the feet are slightly damaged, one foot restored.
There both stretchers have been restored and reinforced.
There is a crack to one seat rail.
There are some traces of woodworms now apparently inactive.
There are some restorations with 'gomme-laque' paste filling.
The cane and the velvet are in good overall condition despite some minor wear as expected.
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