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.
Condition report :
The catalogue illustrations are accurate.
There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue there are some losses to the lacquer and the gilding, revealing the white gesso, the red bole and the bare wood underneath.
There are some cracks especially to the top.
There are some signs of woodworms now apparently inactive.
There are some minor losses to the lacquer.
There are some minor restorations to the wood.
Print Report