Lot 230
  • 230

A four piece American silver tea set, Bailey & Co., Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, circa 1850

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • teapot 29cm, 11 1/2 in high
vase form on spreading circular feet, embossed and chased with rococo-style decoration, blank cartouches, ivory insulators, comprising: two teapots/hot water jugs, cream jug and sugar bowl, model number 136

Condition

In very good overall condition with one of two minor dents.
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