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A DERBY GOLD-GROUND PART TEA SERVICE CIRCA 1820
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- ceramics
reserved with a continuous arrangement of flowers, comprising: a teapot, cover and stand, a sugar bowl and cover, a slop bowl, a creamer, two plates, five tea cups, ten coffee cans and eleven saucers, with crowned crossed batons and D marks in red, script pattern numerals 29 and painter's numerals 37. 35 pieces.
Condition
Some overall minor and occasional scratches or wear to gilding, otherwise in good condition, except:
Teapot and cover: the finial of the cover has been off and glued back. The spout of the teapot has a small triangular chips. The stand has been broken into several pieces and riveted back. Teacups: three cups, each with a restored or glued handle. Coffee cans: One with a restored handle.
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.