An AMERICAN SILVER AND MIXED-METAL "JAPANESQUE" THREE-PIECE TEA SET, Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1880

comprising: Teapot, Creamer and covered Sugar Bowl, of inverted pear form, the spot hammered surfaces engraved with trailing vines and applied with copper and Japanese gold maple leaves, dragonflies and flying beetles, creamer and sugar bowl also mokume butterflies, the matching loop handles decorated with cooper leaves

teapot with dent at dragonfly tail but not through and finial needs slight straightening, 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.