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 lot acquired after its initial manufacture.
The first:
- Generally good condition overall.
- A few small restored tears to silk.
- Some very light surface marks.
- Brocade mount is in good condition.
- Fitted wood box overall good condition with minor old wear.

The second:
- Good condition overall.
- A few very light and minor surface marks.
- Brocade mount with minor wear consistent with age and use including a mark to the top right corner and slight wear to the reverse. Slight loosses at upper right-hand edge.
- Fitted wood box overall in good condition with minor old wear.