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, with typical scattered nicks, scuffs, marks and scratches. With some losses to the ebonized decoration at the extreme edges, including to the top left of the lip of the drawer. With scattered shrinkage and age cracks, and with some slight separation in areas including to the panel on the reverse at the edges. The central doors do not close flush. The enamel with scattered faint surface scratches. A few panels with some scattered small nicks around the edges. Some very slight discoloration to some panels as a result of age. The gilt-metal mounts with rubbing and tarnish. One mount off and retained, others lacking. One of the interior drawers stuck and does not open. With three keys.