- 747
A porcelain tête-à-tête service, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, periods of Alexander II (1855-1881), Alexander III (1881-1894) and Nicholas II (1894-1917)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- height of teapot: 15.2cm, 6in.
comprising: a tea pot, a covered sugar bowl and two cups and saucers, depicting scenes from the Russian fairytale 'Gusi-Lebedi', the tea pot finial and cup handles modelled as butterflies, with green Imperial ciphers of Alexander II, Alexander III and Nicholas II
Condition
The lid of the sugar bowl is possibly a later replacement. There is minor rubbing to the gilded rims as expected with age.
A very attractive set in good overall condition.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."