Decorative Arts Auction

June 0914, 2018
Auction begins to close at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 20

Lot 20

American Silver ‘Bird’s Nest’ Pattern Tea and Coffee Service, attributed to Tiffany & Co., c.1875

American Silver ‘Bird’s Nest’ Pattern Tea and Coffee Service, attributed to Tiffany & Co., c.1875
Lot 20 Details
American Silver ‘Bird’s Nest’ Pattern Tea and Coffee Service, attributed to Tiffany & Co., c.1875

comprising six pieces: teapot, coffee pot, kettle on lampstand, covered sugar basin, cream jug and waste bowl, each piece applied with birds at their nests and perched amongst scrolling wire vines with berries and leaves
kettle height 13.4 in — 34 cm
222.2 oz. — 6912 grams
re-marked with British import marks for London, 1925, sponsor Charles Stuart Harris & Sons

Estimate $10,000-$15,000

Realised: $16,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with an initial S; one applied silver bird is missing from kettle; otherwise in substantially good condition; original maker’s marks appear to have been removed; all fully marked with import marks

LOT 20
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  • 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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