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Chinese Export three-piece silver tea set, early 20th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases with Chinese characters
- silver, ivorine (plastic)
- height of teapot 6 1/4 in.; length of tray 14 3/4 in.
- 15.9 cm; 37.5 cm
comprising a Teapot, Creamer and Sugar Bowl, all with dragon handles or supports, the bodies with panels of densely embossed and chased battle scenes on matted ground. Together with an associated two-handled Tray engraved and applied with cherry blossoms, with bamboo-form handles and on four ball feet by Cheong Shing, Shanghai. 4 pieces.
Condition
sugar bowl with repairs to three of the dragon-tail feet and two dragons with some casting-flaws that resulted in some splits near spine, coffee pot with some dents to finial; otherwise set and tray in good condition with only minor surface nicks
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.