An American Silver Repoussé Seven-Piece Tea and Coffee Service
Sale 1296 - A Lasting Legacy: The Estate of Michael Mennello
Feb 21, 2024
10:00AM ET
Live / Palm Beach
Estimate
$5,000 -
$7,000
Sold for $8,890
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
An American Silver Repoussé Seven-Piece Tea and Coffee Service
Late 19th/Early 20th Century
comprising a coffee pot, teapot, waste bowl, covered sugar bowl, creamer, hot water kettle on stand and double-handled tray.
each marked Sterling to underside
324 ozt 20 dwt gross
Width of tray over handles 28 1/4 inches; height of kettle on stand 14 inches.
each marked Sterling to underside
324 ozt 20 dwt gross
Width of tray over handles 28 1/4 inches; height of kettle on stand 14 inches.
Condition Report
We have not been able to identify the makers' mark.
With resin insulators.
The set is in overall good condition commensurate with age and use, but there are some light scratches, dirt and old polish residue in select areas that does not detract from the overall appearance.
The coffee pot has a dent where the foot meets the body. The tray's field is probably later chased. The underside of the tray has a few scratches that are difficult to photograph.
Tray only, weight 154 ozt 6 dwt
Service only, gross weight 166 ozt 14 dwt
The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Hindman staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.
The absence of a posted condition report on the Hindman website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's | Hindman.
With resin insulators.
The set is in overall good condition commensurate with age and use, but there are some light scratches, dirt and old polish residue in select areas that does not detract from the overall appearance.
The coffee pot has a dent where the foot meets the body. The tray's field is probably later chased. The underside of the tray has a few scratches that are difficult to photograph.
Tray only, weight 154 ozt 6 dwt
Service only, gross weight 166 ozt 14 dwt
The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Hindman staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.
The absence of a posted condition report on the Hindman website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's | Hindman.
The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to
age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and
restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition
they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make
no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind
as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue
description or a condition report shall not amount to a full
accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Hindman
staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the
Department prior to bidding.
The absence of a posted condition report on the Hindman website or
in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an
item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for
inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect
the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have
requested, received and understood any condition report provided
by Hindman.
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