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A fine Paris porcelain cased coffee service, circa 1815
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- the coffee pot and cover, 27cm., 10 5/8 in. high, case, 64cm., 25 1/4 in. wide
painted with coastal scenes with figures fishing on the shore or on boats, against a burnished gilt ground, comprising; a coffee pot and cover, hot water pot and cover, sucrier and cover, cream jug, footed bowl, twelve coffee cans and twelve saucers, in original fitted mahogany case with tooled leather lining and brass fittings,
Condition
Coffee pot and cover- some restoration to spout and handle.
Hot water pot and cover- good condition.
Cream jug- good condition.
Sucrier and cover- some re-gilding/restoration to the rim.Cover in good condition.
Bowl- very minor wear.
Coffee cans- overall in good condition.
Saucers- very minor wear to centres.
Minor wear to lining.
"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."
"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."