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AN AMERICAN SILVER CHINESE-STYLE SIX-PIECE TEA AND COFFEE SET WITH MATCHING PLATED TRAY, TIFFANY & CO., NEW YORK, CIRCA 1879 |
Estimate
9,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on bases and numbered 4685-405, kettle and lampstand numbered 5227-405, tray 405 only and stamped silver-soldered
- ivory, silver
- height of coffee pot 9 1/4 in., length of tray over handles 32 1/4 in.
- 23.5 cm, 82 cm
all engraved with foliate initials MMcCW, the spouts and handles terminate in scrolls, comprising a Teapot, Coffee Pot, Kettle on Lampstand with bamboo-form supports, Creamer, two-handled Sugar Bowl, Waste Bowl and matching two-handled plated Tray
Condition
sugar bowl lacking cover, kettle, lampstand and waste bowl with a few minor dings, kettle with one ivory insulator chipped, tray with a few dents and surface scratches from use and a few small spots where base metal visible; overall good condition, pieces of a good weight
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.