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 catalogue illustrations are accurate.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, the gilding is partly later.
There are several losses to the gilding revealing the red bole, the white gesso and the bare wood underneath, especially to the feet.
There are some shrinkage cracks especially to the uprights and the feet.
The little rope on the cover is slightly unsewn.
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