- 397
Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1877
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Tea Service
- stamped Tiffany & Co/ 5048M1779/Sterling-silver/ and/ other metals 407
- silver, copper, ivory, jade, mixed metals (cream jug and sugar bowl)
- height of tea kettle: 27.5cm., 10 3/4 in.; weight all in: 2741gr., 88oz 2dwt.
- executed in 1877, the coffee pot executed in 1896
Japanese style, hammered finish, marine ornament, undersides engraved with crest, comprising: a tea kettle, burner and stand, teapot, hot water jug, cream jug, sugar bowl and cover, sugar bowl with initials LOW
Condition
coffee pot with dents to top corner, a scratch (approx. 1in long) with small dent at the end on one side, another dent on opposite side, solder repair at bottom of handle which continues along one corner. Teapot with one dent to bottom and bruise to bottom, the other pieces in generally good condition, some handles a bit loose, some minor dents and wear to applied ornament.
the sugar bowl with initials LOW.
"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."
"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."