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An American Silver Seven-piece Tea and Coffee Set, R. & W. Wilson, Philadelphia, circa 1865
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases, lampstand apparently unmarked
- silver
- height of kettle on lampstand 17 1/4 in.
- 43.7cm
comprising: Teapot, Coffee Pot, Kettle on Lampstand, Milk Jug, Creamer, two-handle covered Sugar Bowl and Waste Bowl, each of baluster form on a domed circular foot, the bodies embossed, chased and engraved with partially-matted ribbon-tied sprays of berried ivy, the necks and domed covers lobed and chased with leaves, handles and spouts formed as branches wrapped with flowering vines, fully modeled Chinaman finials, each engraved with monogram ALT
Condition
good condition, nice finials, crisp decoration
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.