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.
The inlays may possibly have been replaced.
There is a chip to the finial of the cover.
The body of the censer shows a C-shaped restored area, running from the mouth rim down into the well and rising again to the rim.
There are a few fissures and natural flaw lines.
A few small chips and nicks are present to the edges, rims, and raised decoration.
There is a filled chip to the foot rim.
Overall, there is general age-related surface wear and scratches, as expected.