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.

In addition to the catalogue description, The Metamorphosis of a Plant into a Fan, very soft surface scuffs and abrasions (as is common), each with the original pedestal; The Plant Becomes a Fan #1 through #5, on Natsume paper, published by Petersburg Press Ltd., New York, each the full sheet, overall pale discoloration (as is common), hinged in places on the reverse at the upper sheet edge (slightly showing through), framed

(The Metamorphosis of a Plant into a Fan #2) two small areas of yellow discoloration on the base and stem
(The Metamorphosis of a Plant into a Fan #4) small areas of white oxidation on the base and blades

(The Plant Becomes a Fan #1) a ⅜-in. circular area of discoloration towards the left sheet edge
(The Plant Becomes a Fan #2) a ¾-in. tear at the upper sheet edge
(The Plant Becomes a Fan #3) a 1½-in. area of thinning paper
(The Plant Becomes a Fan #5) a 2-in. diagonal crease in the upper right sheet corner

The Plant Becomes a Fan #1 through #5: 36 x 24¼ in. (914 x 616 mm.)