English Sterling Silver Coffee and Tea Service, Ellis Brothers
Lot 89
English Sterling Silver Coffee and Tea Service, Ellis Brothers (20th Century)
Sterling silver, wood
coffee pot: 8 1/2 x 7 x 5 inches
each hallmarked
Description:A four-piece sterling silver coffee and tea service manufactured by Ellis Brothers, comprising a coffee pot, a tea pot, an open sugar bowl, and a cream jug, each vessel designed with an octagonal paneled body and bearing stamped hallmarks to the underside, the tea and coffee pots additionally fitted with carved wooden scroll handles and matching wooden finials, with the total inclusive weight of all pieces measuring approximately 1733 grams
Condition
Overall good condition; superficial surface scratches, minor localized tarnish in the recessed body seams, and slight finish fading to the wooden handles and finials consistent with age and typical residential function If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request more photos, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. To ensure prompt assistance, we recommend reaching out at least 24 hours before the auction by calling 212-353-2277 or emailing us at admin@capsuleauctions.com. Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.
Lot 89
English Sterling Silver Coffee and Tea Service, Ellis Brothers (20th Century)
Sterling silver, wood
coffee pot: 8 1/2 x 7 x 5 inches
each hallmarked
Description:A four-piece sterling silver coffee and tea service manufactured by Ellis Brothers, comprising a coffee pot, a tea pot, an open sugar bowl, and a cream jug, each vessel designed with an octagonal paneled body and bearing stamped hallmarks to the underside, the tea and coffee pots additionally fitted with carved wooden scroll handles and matching wooden finials, with the total inclusive weight of all pieces measuring approximately 1733 grams
Condition
Overall good condition; superficial surface scratches, minor localized tarnish in the recessed body seams, and slight finish fading to the wooden handles and finials consistent with age and typical residential function If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request more photos, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. To ensure prompt assistance, we recommend reaching out at least 24 hours before the auction by calling 212-353-2277 or emailing us at admin@capsuleauctions.com. Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.
