The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
A tray (plateau Bouret or plateau de tasses à glace à ornements), 81⁄4 in. (20.9 cm.) wide
A teapot and cover (théière Calabre), 23⁄4 in. (7.1 cm.) high
A sugar-bowl and cover (pot à sucre Calabre), 23⁄4 in. (7.1 cm.) high
A two-handled cup and saucer (tasse à toilette et soucoupe), the saucer 33⁄4 in. (9.4 cm.) diameter
Overall, this déjeuner is in nice condition, with only small minor faults, listed in detail below. The gilding is bright and fresh, as are the enamels: Tray: There is a shallow chip to the underside of the rim at 9 o’clock (this is only visible from the underside), and there are some very slight small scratches to the clouds and one putto’s wing. Teapot: There is a minute chip to the tip of the spout and another to the rim of the cover (that are so small that they can hardly be called chips). In addition, there is a small chip to the underside of the rim of the cover. Sugar-bowl: There is a rim chip to the underside of the rim of the cover and there is some very slight wear to the gilt rim of the sugar-bowl.. Cup and saucer: There is a minute (and minor) chip to the underside of the rim of the saucer. In addition, there is a very small scratch to the cloud.
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