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.

Overall in good decorative order and ready to place. Some surface scratching and wear to enamels, particularly to tops
One example restored with overpaint and clear lacquer covering the whole surface and making it difficult to assess the extent of the restoration. The other example with some overpaint and clear lacquer covering the lower half of the column, including the swans and making it difficult to assess the extent of the restoration.