23rd May, 2024 10:00
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FINE VICTORIAN AESTHETIC PERIOD THREE PIECE SILVER TEA SERVICE
RICHARD & BROWN, LONDON 1876
comprising teapot, sugar bowl and cream jug, pair of teaspoons and sugar tongs, each of tapered square section, engraved with Japonisme figural scenes, in fitted Elkington case
This lot contains elephant ivory material. Several countries, including in the EU and USA, prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.
Ivory Act 2018 (2022) compliant with APHA registration reference 9UQJHU9S.
(approx 882 gross)
teapot 15cm wide
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Sold for £2,400
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,500
Condition Report
Condition good to fair. Each piece subject to light use and age related wear. The teapot with damage to ivory section of finial, splits to insulators. The case itself with light wear and small losses.
Teapot, 15cm from tip of spout to handle. Base 8.3cm wide. 9.3cm from base to upper rim. Teapot 430g
Sugar, 13.3cm between handles
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