拍品的狀況可能存在極大差異，而由於其性質使然，拍品難以處於完美無瑕的狀態。拍品均以拍賣時的狀況出售。

The marks are rubbed, particularly the maker’s mark. The body has been pushed into the foot so that the caster leans to one side and rocks slightly on a flat surface. There are several small bruises to the body. The upper part of the pierced cover is bruised in a few places.

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.