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.

There are some repairs to this fine group. These are to her right hand, the handle and spouts of the kettle, the right thumb of the lower central child and the lady’s left index finger – these appear to have been replaced and then sprayed, and the spray appears to have accidentally affected neighbouring areas – which look as though they are almost certainly original, but when touched with a sharp point they feel restored – it is difficult to be certain if there is any repaired damage or if this is mis-placed spray. The gilt line edging to her purple tunic just below her neck may possibly have been refreshed – but her head does not appear to have been damaged or restuck. In addition, there are areas around the edge of the mound base which appear to be restored – it is difficult to be certain if there is any repaired damage or if this is also mis-placed spray.

An XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) test was carried out by The Centre for Archaeological and Forensic Analysis at Cranfield University, confirming that the enamels are consistent with 18th century recipes.