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 the changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
- Cover has a chip to the outer rim and two chips to the collar rim, all have been polished

Tea pot:
- The mouth rim has been reduced
- The spout has been restuck, and the tip is chipped
- There is a hairline that circles around the handle at the top, and half around the handle at the bottom
- The foot rim has been polished