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:
-There are nicks and chips to edges and surface as expected.
-There are some minor shallow surface cracks with associated chips.
-A few Chinese characters have been carved on the base, possibly later.
-"1969.666" has been inscribed to the base.

Second:
-There are nicks and chips to the edges and extremities, and a chip to tip of one leaf.
-There is some light surface cracking.
-"1986.927" has been inscribed on the base.