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。

Overall in good condition and ready to place. The ormolu, patinated bronze, and other metal fitments with typical light scattered rubbing and tarnish. With some areas of verdigris within the deeper crevices, and with some light surface scratching. The glass with some light surface abrasions, including a scratch across the left-hand panel. The steel and bronze clock face with some polish buildup, and some rubbing consistent with cleaning. The globe with some light scattered surface wear, including a few small abrasions and some scratches the paper. With pendulum and winding key. Please note Christie's does not guarantee the working order of clocks.