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A Japanese Export silver six-piece "Iris" tea set with matching silver-mounted wood tray, Arthur & Bond, Yokohama, circa 1900
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases, lampstand apparently unmarked
- silver, ivorine (plastic), wood
- height of kettle on lampstand 13 in., length of tray over handles 26 1/2 in.
- 33 cm, 67.3 cm
boldly embossed with iris flowers on matted ground, comprising A Teapot, Coffee Pot, Kettle on Lampstand, Creamer, Sugar Bowl, Tea Caddy, and two-handled Tray with wood panel inlaid with silver iris border and mounted with a crested plaque
Condition
coffee pot handle slightly loose, burner with some minor dents, kettle insulators replaced and don't match those on the pots, tray with a few minor losses to inlay, overall 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.
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.