An American Silver and mixed metal "Japanese style" Five-piece Tea set and matching silver-plated tray, Bigelow, Kennard & Co., Inc., Boston, 1882

comprising: Teapot, Sugar Bowl, Creamer, Waste Bowl, and Kettle on Lampstand, each bombe square with hammered surfaces, the sides applied with insects and chased with branches of cherry blossoms with gold centers, bases engraved with presentation inscription, the matching rectangular tray applied with frog, Japanese beetle and cherry blossons at border, marked on bases

sugar bowl missing cover, some overall wear, some dings near corners on all pieces but not through, the tray with some wear to high spots of hammered surface, otherwise good condition
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.

The presentation inscriptions on the tea set reads: "H.A. Ames/December 25, 1882".