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 is some restoration and retouching to the gilt rim of the cover, there is a hairline crack to the corner of the box, the mount may be later and has been reattached as there are remnants of glue at the edges. The box is restored and lacquered overall with some areas of overpainting to the enamels, there is some minute fritting and tiny chips at the edge of the bombe mouldings.
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