all engraved with foliate initials MPF, comprising: 18 dinner plates engraved with arms and motto "SI JE PUIS" 2 matching unengraved tazza by Skinner & Co., London, 1911 and 19133 centerpiece bowls with pierced sides, two fitted with gilt-metal liners and grids and one with a gilt-metal four-compartment liner, by Harry Brasted, London, 1898 and 19012 casters by Francis Higgins & Sons Ltd., London, 19116 open Salts by Blackburn & Co., London, 190931 pieces

gilding rubbed in spots, three salts with dented rims, otherwise 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.
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.

The arms are those of Livingston, quartering Livingston, Callendar and Hepburn.