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.

The figure group with restoration to the lower putto’s raised arm, to the end of his torch and to the tree branches (the restoration now yellowed and crumbling); some small scattered chips, including to the lower putto’s raised finger tips, to the bow at her chest and to the bow in the gallant’s hair, to a few of the gallant’s fingertips and the tip of his shoe; some light wear to the gilding and light surface wear; some minor firing flaws in the making; a short (1 in.) faint hairline to the back of the figure in her skirt by the base; typical small chips to the flowers and foliage. The flowers on stems with typical chips and small restorations. No chromium was found in the green during XRF testing. The ormolu in good overall condition, with some minor surface scratches, casting flaws, verdigris and rubbing, as to be expected. The tole stems with the expected scattered dings, minor repairs and general surface wear; should benefit from a sympathetic cleaning.