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.

The website catalogue illustrations are accurate.
Condition report :
Good overall condition.
There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
There are some signs of tarnishing to the mounts, with some dust.
The inside ring is detached.
Both lower octogonal bases are detached from the upper parts.
A lateral plate of one of the octogonal base is detached and needs to be refixed properly.
Another marble piece of one angle, behind the mounts, is missing.
Some ormolu mounts are wobbly and need to be refixed properly.
There are some minor cracks and chips to the marble lower octogonal bases, with some very minor losses.
There are some minor losses to the gilding of the decor.
There are some restorations to one "vase cornet".