A MEISSEN PUCE 'MOSAIK'-GROUND PART TEA SERVICE CIRCA 1760

each piece decorated with exotic birds perched on leafy branches within gilt scroll-edged panels, comprising: a teapot and cover, a sugar bowl and cover, a milk jug and six cups and saucers, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue. 17 pieces.

Jan van Dam, Berlin
Collection of Catalina von Pannwitz, Berlin and Heemstede, acquired from the above in 1919

Generally in good condition, except: Teapot: There is a small section (approximately 1/4-inch long) at the tip of the spout that has been chipped away. There are some small chips or losses to the floral knob. Sugar bowl: There is a very fine approximate 2-inch haircrack running down from the rim. There are some small chips or losses to the floral knob. Milk jug: One of its feet has three small chips and another has a very small chip to the underside of the foot. There is a tiny chip to the edge of the lower part of the branch handle. Cups and saucers: One cup has a restored flat chip to the interior of the rim and has its handle broken and glued back on.
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.

A similarly decorated cup and saucer as well as a part tea service are illustrated by Hans Syz et al in Catalogue of Hans Syz Collection, Volume I, p. 415, cat. nos 273 and 274.