PARTS POSSIBLY 17TH CENTURY AND LATER

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.

Overall in decorative condition, sound and ready to place. With typical scattered small nicks, light surface scuffs, marks and scratches. The gilding rubbed in areas, with lifting, flaking, cracking and some losses revealing bole and barewood. With evidence of old, now inactive, woodworm resulting in some small losses to the carved decoration at the extreme edges. With some visible joins. The support on the right-hand side with a loss to his right ear. The upholstery well maintained with some wear and minor staining, consistent with use. With some slight fading to the colors on the corners where the velvet is slightly worn down.