Lot 135
  • 135

A Meissen yellow-ground part tea and coffee service 19th century

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • PORCELAIN
outside decorated, each piece reserved with a gilt-edged quatrefoil panel painted with figures and/or animals in a rural landscape, comprising: a coffeepot and cover,  a creamer, a sugar bowl and cover and three cups and saucers, canceled crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue and impressed numerals11 pieces.

Condition

Coffee pot and cover: There is an approximate 1/4-inhc pinhead chip to the edge of the spout. The cover has a small section (1 1/2 inch by 1 inch) broken off and glued back with a tiny associated rim chip. The flange has an approximate 1 1/2-inch long section broken off. Creamer: In generally good condition. Sugar bowl and cover: There is an approximate 2-inch long very fine haircrack running down the rim. The tip of one of the leaves on the knob has been broken off. Cups and saucers: One cup has an approximate 1/2-inch chip to the rim edge, mostly in the interior and slightly visible from the exterior. One saucer has an approximate 1/8-inch flat chip to the outer rim edge.
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.