Description:
Chinese Export Silver Coffeepot, bearing two character marks: back and underside, square-form with a prunus panel encircled by a faux-bois stem extending from the base of the stylized bamboo handle, ht. 7 in., approx. 14.1 troy oz.
Estimate $300-500
Lid with shallow dent to interior rim (not visible from outside, still sits well in pot). Spout pushed into body with related dent to exterior. Upper handle joint re-soldered. Shallow dent to back side. Several small losses to leaf-form element to lower handle joint. Previously dipped or lacquered.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.