Lot 516
  • 516

AN INDIAN SILVER FOUR-PIECE TEA SET, GRISH CHUNDER DUTT, CALCUTTA, CIRCA 1890 |

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • height of coffee pot 10 1/2 in.
  • 26.7 cm
comprising a Teapot, Coffee Pot, Creamer and Sugar Bowl, each embossed and chased with village scenes, stamped on bases GRISH CHUNDER DUTT, BHOWANIPORE, CALCUTTA. Together with an Indian silver bowl with demi-gods, elephants, and other animals, with openwork rim, apparently unmarked, 5 pieces

Condition

coffee pot cover with broken hinge, both coffee and tea pot finials not tight and are a bit wobbly, sugar bowl interior with traces of gilding, otherwise set in good condition and a nice heavy weight
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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