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A set of American parcel-gilt silver Japanese style coffee and ice cream spoons, Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1880-90
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Silver, gilt
the spot-hammered surfaces etched and applied with gilt plants and insects, all with gilt bowls, comprising:
10 coffee spoons, in different patterns, monogrammed McK in pseudo-Japanese characters, decorated with ivy, irises, cherry blossoms, butterflies, and spirals
6 ice cream spoons, in Lap Over Edge pattern, monogramed CEF in pseudo-Japanese characters, decorated with irises, pomegranates, cat tails, seed pods and ivy
16 pieces
10 coffee spoons, in different patterns, monogrammed McK in pseudo-Japanese characters, decorated with ivy, irises, cherry blossoms, butterflies, and spirals
6 ice cream spoons, in Lap Over Edge pattern, monogramed CEF in pseudo-Japanese characters, decorated with irises, pomegranates, cat tails, seed pods and ivy
16 pieces
Condition
rubbing to gilding on high spots of bowls, overall good
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.
Catalogue Note
See William P. Hood, Tiffany Silver Flatware, p. 290-1 for similar examples of these handmade Japanese-style Tiffany spoons.