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.
- some age cracks and craquelures with associated small losses to the body
- some repair to the area below the mouth and above the foot with associated small losses
- scattered small losses to inlays, including to the flower heads on the bottom register
- some wear to the surface and tarnishing to the interior and base
- the bottom is drilled