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 sound condition and ready to place. With typical scattered nicks, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. The inset leather writing surface replaced, with some light scuffs and scratches from use. With scattered shrinkage and age cracks, and some small patch repairs. Overall with some light sunfading. The drawer pulls apparently original, with some light rubbing and oxidation. The drawers with splits to boards, some now lacking including to the right-hand frieze drawer. The locks stamped VR under corona and PATENT.