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.
First:
Cover:
-There are nicks, chips and losses to the relief decoration.
-The interior has probably been relacquered with associated minor losses.
"61.71" has been inscribed on the interior.

Box:
-There are a few shallow chips to the rim of the collar, with associated losses to the lacquer.
-There are nicks, chips and losses to the relief decoration.
-The interior has probably been relacquered with associated minor losses.
-"61.71" has been inscribed on the interior.

Second:
-There are nicks and chips to the relief decoration and edges.
-There is age splitting to the surface.
-There are some areas of touch-up to the edges.
-There is an area of restoration to where the ruyi head joins the shaft.
-"1961.55" has been inscribed on the back of the ruyi head.