A SIX PIECE C. BARD & SON COIN SILVER PRESENTATION TEA SERVICE WITH SILVER-PLATED TRAY . Conrad Bard & Son, Philadelphia, Pe... (Total: 7 Items)

Description

A SIX PIECE C. BARD & SON COIN SILVER PRESENTATION TEA SERVICE WITH SILVER-PLATED TRAY
Conrad Bard & Son, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1850
Marks: C. BARD & SON
19 inches high (48.3 cm) (hot water kettle on stand)
207.3 ounces (gross) (excluding tray)


The tea service comprising a hot water kettle on stand, two tea pots, covered sugar, cream pitcher, waste bowl and tray, the globular bodies with chased repoussé grape vine decoration in high relief, domed lids with figural finial depicting a miner with pick axe, naturalistic vine spout, handle and base, monogrammed cartouche to each, kettle inscribed To Enoch W. McGinnes from Gentleman interested in Schuy Hill Coal Basin, as a testimonial of their high appreciation of the intelligence and energy that surmounting all obstacles whether of prejudice or of theory have established the fact of the accessibility for practical working of the white ash coal measures throughout the entire basin, together with a silver plated two-handled footed tray en suite measuring 32-1/2 x 21"



*Heritage Auctions strives to provide as much information as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Statements regarding the condition of objects are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Heritage. Some condition issues may not be noted in the condition report but are apparent in the provided photos which are considered part of the condition report. Please note that we do not de-frame lots estimated at $1,000 or less and may not be able to provide additional details for lots valued under $500. Heritage does not guarantee the condition of frames and shall not be liable for any damage/scratches to frames, glass/acrylic coverings, original boxes, display accessories, or art that has slipped in frames. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions of Auction.