拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

Nice color, with a polished surface overall. With the inevitable dents, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. With some further wear at the high points of the carving. Signs of old wood-worm, now inactive. Some separation at the joints and lifting of the veneers. The top later, as stated in the cataloguing. Some moldings replaced. Minor scratches to the false books. With a shrinkage crack to the interior of the compartment, the marbleized paper lining slightly torn. With a spliced repair to one foot. With a loss to one claw. Structurally sound, whimsical, and perfect for a library, study, or office.