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 the changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
- the proper right back corner of the roof, two areas on the redge of the roof, and three legs have been off and restuck,all with associated restorations
- there are a few other cracks/firing cracks throughout
-as seen in the illustration, there are chips and losses, as well as glaze degradation and earth encrustations