Decorative Arts and Design Auction

December 11, 2013

LOT 136

Lot 136

Meissen Tea and Coffee Service, c.1770

Meissen Tea and Coffee Service, c.1770
Lot 136 Details
Meissen Tea and Coffee Service, c.1770

painted with Watteau scenes in purple camaïeu, comprising twenty-five pieces:
10 cups
10 saucers
teapot
coffee pot, height 9.9" — 25.2 cm.
milk jug
covered sugar basin
waste bowl

minor chips
painted crossed swords and dot marks in underglaze blue

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $3,120
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor chips to two finials; one or two tiny chips to rims of two cups and two saucers; some wear to gilding at rims; otherwise substantially in good condition

LOT 136
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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