拍品的狀況可能存在極大差異，而由於其性質使然，拍品難以處於完美無瑕的狀態。拍品均以拍賣時的狀況出售。

The illustrations on the website are accurate.
There are some minor dents, marks, scratches and cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, the front door has some damages and needs to be refixed ; its glazed panel is lacking.
The marble is greyish with several minor chips. Some cracks and splits to the marble case.
The feet are later.
The pendulum is missing.
The gilding is slightly tarnished and rubbed throughout.
Please note Christie's does not guarantee the working condition, duration or timekeeping of clocks offered for sale.