AN ASSEMBLED CHELSEA PART DESSERT SERVICE CIRCA 1760-65

painted with fruit arrangements, comprising: six oval shaped dishes, eight circular plates with brown-edged, shaped rims and a circular dish with scroll-molded rim, all except one with brown anchor mark, the circular dish with gold anchor mark. 15 pieces.

Overall occasional minor scratches or wear to the glaze in the cavetto area, consistent with use. Two plates, each with a small rim chip and two other plates, each with three or more small rim chips. Oval dishes, one with a pinhead rim chip. The molded dish has an approximate 1-inch haircrack running down the rim, a small rim chip and wear to the gilding. Otherwise in good condition.
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.