- 777
A Sèvres porcelain part-tea service, dated 1821
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- the teapot 18.7cm., 7 3/8 in. high
each with a beau bleu ground with gilded scrollwork and flowerhead bands, comprising a teapot and cover (théière 'Pestum') of the first size, a milk jug (pot à lait 'Pestum') of the second size, a sugar bowl and cover (pot à sucre 'Pestum') and two cups and saucers, printed interlaced LL marks in blue containing a fleur-de-lis and year numeral 21, gilders and decorator's marks, various incised marks,
Condition
In overall good appearance.
The milk jug with a hairline crack around the lower terminal of the handle. Both cups have a short hairline crack to the rim at the side of the 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. 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."