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.
- a few polished chips to the mouth rim, one of which is with an associated fine crack
- other chips, nicks and a short crack to the edges and extremities
- some polished chips to the foot rims
- there are a few gauge marks to the sides of the cup under the dragon handles, which are orignal to manufacture
- some natural fissures and inclusions, which are inherent to the stone