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A French silver-gilt six-piece tea and coffee set with matching two-handled tray, Hénin et Cie., Paris, circa 1900
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- African Elephant Ivory, silver
- length of tray over handles 30in., height of urn 19 1/2 in.
- 76, 49.5cm
in Louis XVI style with oak-leaf borders and swags, ribbon-tied ovals, comprising: Teapot, Coffee Pot, Creamer, covered Sugar Bowl, Waste Bowl, and Hot Water Urn on Lampstand, with matching shaped oval Tray
Condition
wear to gilding on tray, cracks to ivory handles on pots and some feet of lampstand but still stable, otherwise good condition, heavy weight
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.