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.


There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks due to age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, the handles apparently original. These show some damage, wear to the lacquer, dents and breakages.
Chest A has pine drawer bottoms, B has mahogany drawer bottoms.
Chest B has a piece of missing reed moulding at the back left corner of one and a chip from the back edge. The back right corner of the same commode has a replaced piece of reed moulding.
Chest A has a large vertical shrinkage split in the right side panel. There are minor variations in the carving, but essentially they are a pair.
Structurally secure. Both have a lovely rich colour and although the handles are slightly damaged, they are in good condition.