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The Art of Entertaining - September 25, 2024

Wed, Sep 25, 2024 10:00AM EDT
  2024-09-25 10:00:00 2024-09-25 10:00:00 America/New_York STAIR STAIR : The Art of Entertaining - September 25, 2024 https://bid.stairgalleries.com/auctions/stair-galleries/the-art-of-entertaining---september-25-2024-15233
There is an art to entertaining, and having the right wares to create the perfect tablescape is the first step. The Art of Entertaining sale offers a fine selection of porcelain, silver and other decorative tablewares to set a creative and impressive table, either in a traditional, more formal style, or in a modern and fun update.
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Lot 240

German Porcelain Mounted Fruit Service

Estimate: $300 - $500
Starting Bid
$75

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Comprising:

Five forks

Five knives

The forks 6 3/4 in. long, the knives 8 in. long, (10 pcs).

Condition

Wear, abrasions and oxidation consistent with age and use. Two forks and one knife with repaired cracks to handle. The fork tine orientation vary from the position of the handle. One fork is slightly separated from the mount. Otherwise in good condition.

Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.

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COLLECTION FROM STAIR: We suggest requesting a quote for packing and shipping prior to bidding on an item, as you will be responsible for collection or shipping if you are the successful bidder. We are open for pickups Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 12pm and again from 1pm to 4:30pm. Please call us at 518.751.1000 to schedule collection. We ask that you collect your items or make collection arrangements within 10 days of your purchase. Below is a list of shippers our clients use on a regular basis, but feel free to use your shipper of choice. For smaller items that can be boxed and shipped: UPS Store #4541 230 Kings Mall Court Kingston, New York 12401 T: 845.336.4877 F: 845.336.3832 E: store4541@theupsstore.com UPS Store #5539 160 Fairview Avenue Hudson, New York 12534 T: 518.828.8777 F: 518.822.8727 E: store5539@theupsstore.com UPS Store #4861 6565 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, New York 12572 T: 845.876.3357 F: 845.876.3524 E: store4861@theupsstore.com For furniture and other large items: Meticulous Inc. T: 845.256.7047 F: 845.256.7039 E: meticulousmovers@live.com Sure Express 1-800-335-9996 judy@sureexpress.com Worldwide Shipping: James Bourlet, Inc. T: 718.392.9770 F: 718.392.2470 www.bourlet.org Cadogan Tate Fine Art Worldwide Fine Art Logistics T: 718.706.7999 F: 718.707.2847 E: fineartny@cadogantate.com www.cadogantate.com. When arranging collection with your shipper, please ask them to email BOL@stairgalleries.com to submit a Bill of Lading and request a pickup time 48-hours in advance.