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 changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
- sections of loss to the tail of one chilong, the scrolling stem beside the chilong, and the body of the other chilong
- mouth and foot rims have been polished, and both have a chip and several minute nicks
- expected small areas of polish, chips, and minute nicks to the raised edges
- natural fissures, flaws, and inclusions in the stone