A SPODE ASSEMBLED PART TEA AND DESSERT SERVICE CIRCA 1815

each piece painted with floral sprays within wide pale-blue borders molded with white floral sprays alternating with gilt flowerheads within gilt-edged shaped rims, comprising: six shaped oval dishes, a smaller similarly shaped sauce tureen stand, thirteen plates, six teacups and six saucers, most with Spode mark painted in iron-red, and with pattern number 2417 or 1978.  Minor rubbing to gilding.  32 pieces

One plate has a 1½-inch haircrack running from the rim into the cavetto. One cup has a tiny chip on the inside edge of the rim. One saucer has a small star crack on the center of the bowl. Otherwise the part service is in generally 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.