- 792
An American silver five-piece tea and coffee set, John C. Moore for Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1865
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on bases and numbered 1375-2301
- Silver, ivory
- height of coffee pot 10 in.
- 25.4cm
comprising a Teapot, Coffee Pot, Creamer, Sugar Bowl, and Waste Bowl, bodies engraved with ivy, the bases, handles, and spouts applied with ivy, both sides engraved with crest above monogram SSM, fully modeled putto finials, in original fitted wood case
Provenance
Sarah Spencer Morgan, and by descent.
Condition
lid on teapot doesn't completely close, small ding to cover of sugar bowl, otherwise 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
The crest and monogram are those of Sarah Spencer Morgan, sister of banker J.P. Morgan, who married George Hale Morgan on June 27, 1866. The couple built Ventfort Hall in Lenox, MA.