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.
Box with lady:
- The cover had expanded and leaving a fine gap between the top panel and the side along the border
- There are flakes to the black lacquer on the interior to both box and cover
- There are a few minute nicks to edges on both box and cover

Box with boys at play:
- The box has a chip and a fine crack
- Both box and cover have a few minute nicks to the edges on the sides