Lot 189
  • 189

A George III silver four-piece tea and coffee service, Robert Hennell, London, 1818-20

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Silver, Ivory
  • coffee pot 30.4cm., 12 1/4 in. long
modelled after the Warwick Vase; the waisted bodies cast with classical masks and torches below a band of trailing vines, the pots with cast grapevine finials, the leaf-capped and wrapped handles with ivory insulators, crested

Condition

Good clear marks to under side of each. Excellent gauge. Chip to one ivory insulator. the decoration is crisp with very light wear. 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."