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.
This side table is in fairly good overall condition.
There are the inevitable marks, scratches, dents and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
With a rather sunfaded appearance overall.
Some marks to the top.
Cracks to veneer of top at the back on each side.
Repaired strip across centre and across back of top from left to right.
Repair to front right veneer of top.
Some shrinkage cracks to moulding and veneers on sides.
Later blocking to front left ear front left side ear.
One key provided.
The castors probably replaced.
Replaced drawer runners to left-side of carcass.
Notches cut in to the underside of front edge of the top, due to restoration - The table is illustrated in the Sotheby's Ickworth catalogue (8 -10 June 1996, lot 158) with two losses of 12 in. and 3 in. to the moulding on the top and the drawer is illustrated with a drop handle.
Later glued blocks under top.
Structurally secure and ready to use.
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