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A Russian Silver Travelling Tea Service, Robert Colqhuon for Nichols & Plinke, St. Petersburg, 1858
Estimate
18,000 - 24,000 USD
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Description
- Silver, ivory; oak, leather, velvet, brass fittings
- Height of Kettle and Stand 13 3/4 in., 35 cm; Length of Tray over Handles 33 1/4 in., 84.5 cm
comprising a teapot, two-handled tray, kettle with stand and lamp, cream jug, covered sugar bowl, all of baluster form and with ivory finials and insulators, contained in leather-covered fitted oak travelling chest, each piece with incised inventory numbers, also with French import marks
Condition
the silver set very attractive and imposing; the box with areas of loss to the leather covering
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.
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.