Lot 1217
  • 1217

An American silver five-piece tea set, Lincoln & Foss, Boston, dated 1854

Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on bases LINCOLN & FOSS
  • silver, ivory
  • height of kettle on lampstand 16 1/2 in.
  • 41.9 cm
comprising a Teapot, Coffee Pot, Kettle on Lampstand, Creamer and Sugar Bowl, each boldly embossed and chased with hunt scenes, rims applied with grapevine, handles formed as oak branches, squirrel-form feet, hound finials, bases of all but the kettle engraved A. Adams, June 16th 1854.

Condition

kettle with one broken insulator and a small patch repair to cover, lampstand drilled with five holes- purpose not clear, burner with a few dents; others 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.
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