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 due to age and use.
The ormolu collar of the cover needs to be re-fixed properly.
Gilding: some minor traces of tarnishing to the gilding.
Porcelain : Viewed without dismantling the bronzes.
The foot and mouth rim are probably slightly polished to fit the mount.
The body with small chip to the mouth rim, only visible inside.
The cover has been broken in several pieces and restored with associated over spraying.
A hole has been pierced to the center of the cover to fit the mount.
The cover rim has been reduced to fit the mount with associated chips.
The cover is possibly a later replacement.