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。

The work is structurally sound and all elements appear to be present. The cork ball and brass rings are intended to move, and the seashell is not affixed. Slight discoloration is to the paper collage elements, in keeping with the natural aging of the medium. The general wear, cracking, adhesive residue, and surface variation to the interior are in keeping with the artist's choice of medium and working method. Minor wear, minute accretions and a few scratches are to the wooden box. There is no apparent inpainting visible under ultraviolet light.