Overall good condition. The cabinet presents with some light surface scratches and very few scratches and light scuff marks scattered. The top with a few more scratches and an horizontal scratch of approximately 36 cm on the back of the base, not visible when the cabinet stands along a wall. The lacquer is slightly dry overall and presents with some scattered hairline cracks, mostly concentrated to the sides and the top. An area of approximately 29 x 9 cm on the top with a concentration of cracks. The lacquer with some small dents and a few small chips mostly concentrated to the edges and the back of the cabinet and consistent with age and use. Traces of previous small restorations on the cabinet (stabilization of a few cracks, filling of a few chips and dents) including a restoration to the lacquer of the proper left front foot on approximately 5 x 2 cm. The proper right rear foot with a chip of lacquer and wood of approximately 6,5 x 2 cm, not visible when the cabinet stands along a wall. Surface soiling overall. Remnants of four pieces of adhesive tape on the back of the cabinet.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."