Ménagère de 136 pièces en argent et métal argenté par Christofle, Paris, moderne

modèle filet coquille comprenant, en argent: 12 fourchettes à entremets (dessert forks), 12 cuillères à entremets (dessert spoons) 12 couteaux de table, les lames en acier (table knives with steel blades), 12 couteaux à fromage, lames en acier (cheese knives with steel blades), 12 fourchettes à poisson (fish forks), 12 couteaux à poisson (fish knives), 12 fourchettes à huitre (oyster forks), 12 fourchettes à gâteau (cake forks), 12 cuillères à café (coffee spoons), 4 pièces à servir (serving pieces), en métal argenté: 12 cuillères de table (table spoons), 12 fourchettes de table (table forks) ; dans trois présentoirs à la forme en cuir fauve

in overall 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."