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A RARE SCOTTISH THREE-PIECE SILVER TEA SET, Alexander Forbes, Aberdeen, circa 1730
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases, cream jug and sugar bowl also with French control marks, teapot with scratch weight 22 oz = 12 dps
- Silver
- height of teapot 6 1/2 in.
- 16.5cm
comprising: Teapot, Cream Jug and Sugar Bowl, of distinctive Scottish shape, the globular teapot with straight spout and silver double-scroll handle, wood bud finial, the pear-form creamer with drop below spout, silver double-scroll handle, the sugar bowl plain circular raised on domed base
Condition
teapot: probably original handle typical of Scotland reset, pins replaced in base metal; creamer with minor dent, otherwise good
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.