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。

We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
- the color of the enamels are faded on the interior with a greying to the surface
- scattered scratches and cracking to the enamel as to be expected due to its age
- some areas of loss to the enamel
- surface wear / abrasion as to be expected
- substantial areas of restoration and overpainting throughout
- the rim is slightly uneven and the body is a little misshapen with some denting

The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair, and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.