拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

The work is structurally sound, fully functional and equipped with an UK-type plug. All elements appear to be present. There is a faint layer of surface dust. There are a few faint handling marks in places. There are a few faint linear abrasions in places, the largest to the lower right edge of the filing cabinet, measuring approx. 3in. There are a few minute losses in places to the reverse of the cabinet, most notably to the lower left vertical edge. There are a few accretions in places, most notably to the left edge of the electric heater. There is a faint spot of oxidation to the inside of the heater. Subject to the foregoing, it is our view that the work appears to be in generally good condition.