拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

To each: various knocks, scuffs, marks, scratches, dents and abrasions consistent with age and use. Structurally sound.
The giltwood example - rubbing, wear and minor losses to the gilt decoration throughout. Later silk lined to the interior. The back right hinge defective. The silk panels with splits, fading and discolouration throughout though are nicely handled. Some scattered gold-painted repairs to the gilding.
The ebonised example: Some wear and tear and minor losses to the decoration. The top slide revealing a compartment with a repair. Overall in good decorative order.