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, surface soiling in places, scuffing in places in the black of the dinner plates, scuffing in places in the black (with associated minor ink loss) in two of the soup bowls, minor ink loss in the black edges of one of the dessert plates, very minor losses in places at the edges of the tea cups

The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair, and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.