Emporium Auction - September 14, 2023
Thu, Sep 14, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 157
22 Pieces, Old Paris Porcelain Tea Service
Estimate: $400 - $600
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
French, 19th century, gilt and painted with scenic landscapes, unmarked, comprising: six demitasse cups, six saucers, two lidded tea/coffee pots, two tea warmers/stands, large footed bowl, lidded sugar jar, pitcher, vase; largest vessel 10-1/2 x 8 x 5-1/2 in.
Provenance: Collection of a Southern Gentleman
Condition
surface dirt, losses to paint and gilding, pinholes, typical wear and small chips to bases, tape residue; one saucer rim broken; larger tea/coffee pot with hairline crack through body and base; smaller tea/coffee pot with break and repair to lid rim; sugar jar with firing crack/separation to lid interior
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Collection of a Southern Gentleman
