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.
The bowl on the left of the illustration:
-There is a large section to one side, approx. one third of the bowl, which has been out and restuck, with associated overpainting.
-There is an associated V-shaped section, measuring approx. 4.5 cm., which has been broken into 3 pieces and restuck, with overpainting.
-There are two small chips to the foot rim.
-There is some age-related wear to the gilt decoration, as expected.
The bowl on the right of the illustration:
-There is a restored chip and associated hairline to the mouth rim.
-The rim has been polished slightly.
-There is a shallow chip to one side of the mouth rim.
-There is some age-related wear to the gilt decoration, as expected.