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.

The loop handle at the cover a later ormolu replacement; otherwise in good condition; a few minor intrinsic flaws, in the making, including tiny kiln specks to the interiors and undersides; some light scratches and wear throughout, consistent with age and handling. Further details about each piece enumerated below.

The cover: a C-shaped hairline (approx. 3 in. along the crack) through one of the drill-holes for the replacement handle; a small shallow chip to the underside of the rim, mostly hidden when the cover is placed; two gilt porcelain leaves from the original handle still present.

The écuelle body: some areas of gilt loss around the upper edge of the rim, where the cover rests; two sections of the footrim (the longer section 1¹⁄₂ in. long, the shorter section ⁷⁄₈ in. long), with chips in the making, glazed and gilt over (presumably trimmed after damage or flaws incurred during the bisque firing).

The stand: small gilt losses to the dentil rim around the central well, from contact with the foot of the écuelle; a short hairline (approx. ¹⁄₂ in. long) to the underside rim, under the left lobe of the reserve painted with two birds (not apparent from the front).