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 bronze with a brown patina. Rubbing and wear to the highpoints, including the raised scales and the edges of the face. Some wear and scratching to the underside of the tail and hands where it rests. The truncated support on the back likely for a shell, now lacking. Some minor bending to the outstretched fingers. The right foot possibly replaced or with very old repair.
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