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 manufacture.
First cover:
-expected wear to the gilding decoration, touch-up to the lion finial
-a few pinprick holes to the underside
-the rim has probably been buffed
First stem bowl:
-a few hairline cracks to the body with associated restoration and overpainting
-expected wear to the gilding decoration
-a few pinprick holes to the surface
Second cover:
-expected wear to the gilding decoration
-the rim has been polished
Second stem bowl:
-a chip to the mouth rim
-chips to the elephant-head handles with associated restoration
-expected wear to the gilding decoration
-a few chips to the foot rim