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.

We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
- appears to be in overall good condition
- expected minor pitting to the enamel and rubbing to the gilt
- small areas of wax fill and a few small areas of loss to the enamel
- there is a small drilled hole on the base, which may be original
- a Parke-Bernet New York, lot 135, sticker on the base