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American parcel-gilt silver five-piece tea and coffee set, Whiting Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, circa 1875
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases and numbered 345B
- silver, ivorine (plastic)
- height of coffee pot 10 3/4 in.
- 27.3 cm
comprising a Teapot, Coffee Pot, Creamer, covered Sugar Bowl, and Waste Bowl, each engraved with a parcel-gilt patterned fabric hung with tassels between bright-cut borders
Condition
the teapot, coffee pot and creamer with some minor creases throughout, the waste bowl with a shallow dent to rim, otherwise good condition; the applied discs on each piece appear to be original as they have the same frosted surface that is within the bright-cut borders
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.