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.
- appears to be in overall good condition for works of this type and age
- a chip to the yellow cloud-like vapor near the horse's head and to the inlaid waterfall
- there might be some old fill to a few areas
- expected minor pitting, minor losses and shallow small chips and nicks to the enamels
- expected light tarnishing, wear and minor dents and a few fine cracks to the metal on the border
- the reverse with some malachite encrustation and light, minor corrosion to the metal