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.

We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
- There is some restoration to the inner top rim of the cover with associated losses, measuring approx. 3 cm. x 0.5 cm.
- There are losses and shallow chips to approx. half of the rim of the interior of the box
- There are a few age cracks to the black lacquer to the interior of the box and cover
- There are some areas of touch-ups to the red lacquer, mainly to the rims.
- There are few minute nicks to the raised decoration.
- There is general age-related surface wear as can be expected.