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A parcel-gilt tea and coffee set, Nicholls and Plinke, St. Petersburg, circa 1890
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- diameter of tray: 40.5cm., 16in; height of coffee-pot: 9cm., 7½in
comprising: a coffee-pot, a teapot, a covered milk-jug, a covered sugar bowl, a circular tray, a tea-strainer, sugar-tongs and two teaspoons; all similarly decorated with trompe l'oeil tasselled cloth and coiled rope ornament, handles and domed covers with ivory bands and cloth finials, 84 standard
Condition
The set is in overall good condition. Very minor scratches and wear to the gilding. One of the lids has distressed ivory band and evidence of re-gilding.
"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."
"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."