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.
‘Han Xiangzi’ cup:
-In good overall condition with the exception of a few tiny nicks to the foot rim and some expected wear to the gilding of the mouth rim.
‘He Xiangu’ cup:
-In good overall condition with the exception of a few tiny nicks to the foot rim and some expected wear to the gilding of the mouth rim.
‘Zhongli Quan’ cup:
-In good overall condition with the exception of a few tiny nicks to the foot rim and some expected wear to the gilding of the mouth rim.
‘Li Tieguai’ cup:
-There are two minor chips to the mouth rim, the largest measuring approx. 0.4 cm.
-There are a few tiny nicks to the foot rim and some expected wear to the gilding of the mouth rim.
-Otherwise in good overall condition.