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.
Good overall condition.
The illustrations published on the website catalogue are accurate.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches and rubbing consistent with age and use.
Gilding: some minor signs of tarnishing especially to the masks; with a minor casting flaws to one handle.
Porcelain : Viewed without dismantling the bronzes. One porcelain very slightly taller.
The upper section has been reduced and polished to fit the mount, with several associated chips along the mouth rim, mainly inside.
Both have an apocrypha mark Chenghua. The foot rims have been polished to fit the mount.
One with a flat chip to the foot rim.
Decorative pieces.
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