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 good condition with minor superficial soiling and wear commensurate with age and use. The desk has been historically revarnished. With scattered surface scratches, historic infills and touch-ups. With scattered historic patch repairs. One leg has been professionally reattached at some point in the history of the piece. The hinged top warped. One hingeed corner stabilized at several joint cracks. The interior compartment with small splitting, scratches and a small loss at the hinged desk top. Lacking escutcheon and key. The chair has been historically professionally restored with stabilization to various joints, scattered infills and touch-ups to the veneers. The seat back has been historially varnished to preserve the wooden veneers. The later updated Fortuny cotton upholstery in good condition with light soiling, wear and fraying. An elegant set.