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 foot and plinth with patinated bronze and slate replacement and sealed with wax to the interior of the vase, and edge of foot with a repaired 2 cm. seciton. Wear tarnishing and flaing to high points of gilding. The cover with finial broken and restored and associated losses, chipping to the rim. Gilding to swags to cover almost completely worn. Some surface scratcing and occasional blemish overall.