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.
left:
- restored breaks to the top half of the vessel, one repair with a small wax fill
- small section of loss to the peach branch at the mouth, with an associated area of polish
- restuck section to one lingzhi head near the base, with an associate knock and small loss
- knock to one side at the base near a cluster of lingzhi stems
- minor nicks to carved edges and irregularities in the material
right:
- irregularities and fissures in the material, as can be expected
- expected minute nicks and small areas of polish to the edges