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.

Good overall condition.
Illustrations published on the website catalogue are accurate despite being slightly too bright.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches, shrinkage cracks and rubbing consistent with age and use.
Gilding: with signs of tarnishing throughout and some minor black spots to the gilding.
Lacquer: there are some horizontal shrinkage cracks to the stand (On the panel tray there is a long L crack).