Lot 25
  • 25

A Meissen Marcolini period tea and coffee service, circa 1775-85

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Porcelain
brightly painted with sprays of fruit, vegetables and flowers and scattered small sprigs within a gilt dentil border, comprising a teapot and cover, a coffee pot and cover, a sugar bowl and cover, 14 saucers, 8 teacups and 6 coffee cups, crossed swords and star marks in underglaze-blue

Condition

some typical scattered wear to the gilding of the borders. there is a chip to the rim of one coffee cup a section of branch is missing on the finial of the sugar bowls cover.
"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."