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.
There is a fissure that runs through the body of the vessel, and some natural inclusions in the stone. There are minute chips and nicks to the raised decoration, to the edges and extremities. The edges of the butterfly handles have been slightly polished. There are some light surface scratches to the interior and exterior.