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Mexican Modernist Sterling Tea & Coffee Service
Estimate:
$6,000 - $8,000
Sold
$7,500
Live Auction
August 22nd, 2024 Gallery Auction l Fine Jewelry, Sterling Silver, Coins & Currency, Fashion & Accessories
Category
Description
R.J. maker's mark, 1950s-1960s, Mexico City. Large and impressive service comprising: Coffee pot, teapot, creamer, sugar, waste bowl, hot water kettle-on-stand, and oval serving tray. Shaped cylindrical, with wide fluted body, ball finial, the tray with flaring paneled border, without monogram, 346.25 ozt.
Condition
Coffee pot: 9 3/8 in. H, 43.25 ozt. The handle is tight at the insulators. Teapot: 7 1/8 in. H overall, 41.6 ozt. The handle is tight at the insulators. Creamer: 5 in. H, 15.1 ozt. Sugar: 4 3/4 in. H, 18.4 ozt. Waste bowl: 3 1/2 in. H, 11.7 ozt. Kettle-on-Stand: 15 1/4 in. H overall, 97.3 ozt. The handle is tight at the insulators. The burner is sterling and is included in the weight. Tray: 26 1/4 in. W, 30 in. W overall, 19 1/4 in. D, 118.9 ozt. Each piece is in overall good condition - without dents, splits or repairs. The interiors with some wear and spots of pitting from use. The tray with very light wear from use