painted with vignettes of figures in landscapes, flanked by ornate gilded foliate scrollwork borders, comprising; a tray, a coffee pot and cover, a sugar bowl and cover, a milk jug, and two coffee cups and saucers, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue, various impressed numerals, gilded numeral 10., the tray with incised No. 8 mark

Tray- small shallow chip to the rim. Minor wear to the gilding. Coffee pot and cover- minor restoration to one leaf on cover. Sugar bowl and cover- very minor nicks to flower finial. Milk jug- good condition. Two coffee cups and saucers- one cup with some light staining to the interior, but otherwise in good condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."