A Four-Piece Portuguese Silver Tea and Coffee-Service With a Tray En Suite The Tea and Coffee-Service Maker's Mark F, Below an Unidentified Device, The Tray Apparently Lacking Maker's Mark, Each Porto, 1938-1984

each piece in the Rococo-style, baluster and stamped and engraved with foliage scrolls and shells, comprising a teapot; a coffee-pot, each with plastic-insulated handle; a cream-jug and a sugar-bowl and cover, the tray oblong and with two scroll handles the tray 61.5cm wide, total gross weight 187oz 9dwt, 5,830gr (5)

Each piece marked as expected. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There are some minor bruises in places, particularly to the base of the teapot which rocks when placed on a level surface and leans somewhat. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the Seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage people to see an item in person when possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession.