A large KPM Berlin porcelain service second half 19th century

including circa 130 dinner plates, 34 soup plates, four soup terrines with covers, seven saucières, five different spoons, two shallow bowls, eight larger circular serving dishes, eleven even larger serving dishes, nine oval serving dishes, ten larger oval serving dishes; the rims lobed and moulded in slight relief with foliage and shell motif heightened in blue, the edge gilt

In overall good condition with some minor wear to the gilt rims, minor light surface scratching and wear to the glaze. Some items with smaller and larger rim chips, few with hairline cracks. One spoon broken (pieces available). One handle to cover of tureen with small damage. One tureen with larger hairline cracks to the inside bottom.
"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.
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