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Lot 956
  • 956

An assembled Meissen (out-side decorated) and Meissen style yellow-ground tête-à-tête, second half 19th century

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 EUR
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Description

painted with putti in puce, comprising: a two-handled tray, 37.2 cm. wide, gilding over mark; a small coffee pot and cover; a cream jug; a sugar bowl and cover; two cups and saucers; a pair of assembled spoons, one repaired; blue crossed swords marks with incisions, blue AR mark for Helena Wolfsohn Dresden, inv. no. 4-1055 (12)

Provenance

Paleis Soestdijk

Condition

Minor usual rubbing to the gilding. The tray with a chip to the extremity of one handle. The coffee pot with a chip to the extremity of the spout. The stem of one spoon broken in fragments, with a discoloured repair. Small chips to the extremities of the rose finials.
"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."