CIOCCOLATIERA IN ARGENTO PARIGI, 1749

ripunzonata con il marchio di garanzia per Parigi, 1798/1809, tripode, piriforme, liscia, il manico in ebano, il versatoio a lambrecchino liscio con chiusura a cerniera,  il coperchio gradinato con la parte superiore girevole, filettata

Il marchio dell'argetniere è quello di Jean Charles le Riche. In ottime condizioni generali lievi segni di usura e qualche piccola ammaccatura. I marchi sono sul coperchio e sotto il coperchio. Rimarchiata con marchi di garanzia 1798/1809 sul collo in alto e sotto il coperchio. Tutti i maarchi sono leggibili. tranne quelli sul fondo della caffettiera che sono quasi del tutto abrasi e solo qiello dell'argentiere è ancora parzialmente visibile e riconoscibile. The maker's mark in that of Jean Charles Le Riche. In general very good conditions, slightly worn, with small bruises on body. Marked on the bottom and under the cover and re-marked qith guarantee marks 1798-1809 on the neck and under the cover. All marks are legible exept the ones on the bottom where only maker's mark is partly visible and recognazable.
"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."