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 website illustrations are accurate.
There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, some minor parts of the carving are detached and need to be refixed properly, with some minor losses.
As stated in the catalogue, the glass panel is later.
There was originally a wood panel behind the glass.
Some minor parts of the carving have been re-glued.
There are some losses to the gilding, revealing the red bole, the white gesso and the bare wood underneath.
There are some signs of oxidation to the mirror panels
Print Report