An Altwasser porcelain orientalist tea service and tray, second half 19th century

comprising: a two-handled circular tray with W-monogram to the centre, 36.1 cm. wide; a teapot and cover; a milk jug and cover; a sugar bowl and cover; six cups lining metal pedestals; blue eagle above C T mark (C. Tielsch factory); minor damage (19)

Paleis Noordeinde

Overall in good condition, with minor rubbing to the gilding. The teapot with a restuck chip to the foot rim. The milk jug with a restuck fragment to the spout.
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See also lot 515.