A PARIS PORCELAIN PART COFFEE SERVICE 19TH CENTURY

probably Nast, similarly decorated to the preceding lot, comprising: a coffeepot and cover, a sugar bowl and cover, a milk jug and twelve coffee cans with gilt interiors and saucers. 29 pieces.

Coffeepot and cover: The handle has been broken off and restored back; there is regilding covering an approximately 1-1/2-inch long section on its upper end and an approximately 3-inch long area on its lower end. There is some very minor wear to the gilding along the handle. Sugar bowl and cover: In generally good condition. Milk jug: There is a 1 inch by 1/2 inch restored chip to the spout, which may be all or partially made up. There is regilding to the restored area. Coffee cans and saucers: One coffee can has an approximate 1-1/2 inch long haircrack running down the rim. Another coffee can has the handle broken from both ends and glued back. One saucer has a 1/2-inch long chip to the rim.
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.