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AN AMERICAN SILVER SIX-PIECE FRANCIS I PATTERN TEA AND COFFEE SET WITH MATCHING TRAY, REED & BARTON, TAUNTON, MA, 1948 |
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases and numbered 570A, the tray 572A
- height of kettle on lampstand 13 1/4 in.; length of tray over handles 30 3/4 in.
- 33.7 cm; 78 cm
comprising a Teapot, Coffee Pot, Kettle on Lampstand, Creamer, covered Sugar Bowl, Waste Bowl, and matching two-handled Tray
Condition
The burner with some dings to base rim. The tray with some light surface scratches from use. Otherwise, all in very good condition with only occasional minor surface nicks. Please note that the ivory insulators have been replaced with ivorine.
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.