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A porcelain tête-à-tête tea service , probably Batenin Porcelain Manufactory, St Petersburg, mid 19th centry
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain, glaze
- diameter of tray 30cm, 11 3/4 in.
comprising a tea pot, covered sugar bowl, cream jug, two cups and saucers and tray, all painted with friezes of summer flowers on white grounds within raised gilt neoclassical borders, scroll handles, unmarked
Condition
Overall very good condition. Wear to the gilding, some of which visible in the catalogue photo. One saucer with a shallow chip on the underside of the rim, approximately 4mm long. The sugar bowl has been successfully restored.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."