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American silver five-piece Francis I pattern tea and coffee set with matching tray, Reed & Barton, Taunton, MA, dated 1941
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases and numbered 570A, the tray numbered 752A, the teapot and tray with date mark for 1932, the coffee pot, creamer and sugar bowl marked 1941, the waste bowl marked 1931
- silver, ivorine (plastic)
- height of coffee pot 9 1/2 in., length of tray 30 1/2 in.
- 24.1 cm, 77.5 cm
comprising a Teapot, Coffee Pot, Creamer, covered Sugar Bowl, Waste Bowl and two-handled Tray, all chased with scrolling leaves, flowers, and cornucopia of fruit, the tray engraved "June 1941" on base
Condition
tray with surface scratches, creases and minor dings; interior of waste bowl with gilding rubbed; other pieces in good condition with minimal signs of use
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.