CLAUDE LALANNE | Sven flatware service

2012 silver ; for twelve, including one hundred and twenty-two pieces : twelve forks, twelve knives, twelve spoons, twelve fish forks, twelve fish knives, twelve dessert forks, twelve dessert knives, twelve dessert spoons, twelve entremets spoons, twelve coffee spoons, one serving spoon and one pie server  Each piece monogrammed C.L. and numbered from 1/10/12 to 12/10/12 apart from the serving pieces numbered only 1/10/12 Gross weight : 8744 grams

Excellent overall condition.A few rare pieces present with extremely rare and tiny oxidation stains. There is no dessert fork stamped "9/10/12" but there are two dessert forks numbered "8/10/12". The coffee spoon "4/10/12" is missing and is replaced by a spoon that appears to be numbered "3/8/12".
"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."