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.

One ewer with the spout broken, the ruyi head extremity of the handle broken and missing with associated losses to the enamels and the loop of the handle pushed in and with associated losses to the enamels. Missing enamels around the lion finial. The other ewers with losses to the enamels associated with bumps mostly around the finial to the spout. Losses to the enamels, scratches and wear overall to both ewers.