17TH-18TH CENTURY

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.
Washer:
-appears to be in overall good condition
Square box and cover:
- appear to be in overall good condition
larger seal:
- a hairline runs along the beast’s neck, and two short hairlines or fine firing cracks near one bottom corner
- a shallow small chip and a few nicks to the edges of the seal face, and a nick to one upper edge
smaller seal:
- appears to be in overall good condition with one tiny nick to one upper corner
all: with expected light wear and some light abrasion