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 dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, there are nine extensions, which are slightly different mahogany, as expected.
There are very minor losses to the veneer.
There are very minor restorations to the veneer, especially with ‘gomme-laque’ paste filling and little wooden blocks.
There are some minor shrinkage cracks to the veneer, some minor parts being slightly lifted, especially to the border of the top, the edges of the feet and to the stretcher.
There are some minor marks to the table top, probably due to humidity.
There are some minor scratches and dents to the top as expected.
There are some signs of tarnishing to the ormolu mounts.
One extend is veneered (80 cm) The other are in basic wood (50 cm)
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