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 bronze:
There are some minor surface scratches and nicks consistent with age and handling.
A few minor verdigris stains and traces of dust to the surface.
The base:
Please note that the base is made of ebonised wood and could be original.
There are chips to the edges and surface scratches. The ebonised wood rubbed to some places revealing the wood underneath, particularly around the silvered plaquette and the edges.
The silvered metal plaquette tarnished with a stain under the name ´Saiyad’.
Minor traces of glue to some edges : some rectangular ebonised wood pieces have been reaffixed. 2 lateral and 1 back wood panels are loose and need to be reaffixed properly.
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