A SET OF THIRTY ITALIAN SILVER DESSERT DISHES, LUIGI VERNAZZI, PARMA, RETAILED BY MAYERHOFFER & KLINKOSCH, CIRCA 1870 |

plain circular, engraved with the Bourbon-Parma coat-of-arms, in a fitted leather case tooled with the crowned initals R.I

Good clean condition. Clearly marked with makers mark only. Retailers mark rubbed to most. The case in good order bar a few scuffs and scratches.
"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."

The crowned initials to the box are probably for Robert I, Duke of Parma (1848-1907)