拍品的狀況可能存在極大差異，而由於其性質使然，拍品難以處於完美無瑕的狀態。拍品均以拍賣時的狀況出售。

We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
- There are expected chips and flaking to the surface and edges.
- There is a small hole on top of the cover and some dark residue on the underside of the cover rim.
- There is a chip to top of one handle.
- 'AX' is painted in black on the base.
- There is a testing hole to the underside of the cover and another one to the underside of the tail.

The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair, and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.