Property from the Aline Elwes McDonnell Trust

In overall fine, stable and usable condition. Retaining a fairly even patina throughout, though there are areas of flaking and craquelure visible to the surface. Old scuffs, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Possible that areas of lacquer and paint have been refreshed. The hinges for the upper and lower case are replaced, but seemingly older replacements. An old repaired crack to the proper right side of the cornice is visible. Retains a key that functions with the drawer, but not the cupboard doors. Lacking the finial. The hinges to the cupboard door are replaced and patches show to the inside corner and case where the old hinges were previously placed.

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