Dining at Home

Two dinner plates with hairline crack running through center field. One dinner plate with crack running from border to center field with a small chip at rim. Other example with crazing along border, does not "ring true" when tapped. 

One luncheon plate with staple repaired break. A few other examples with crazing to glaze that do not "ring true" when tapped. 

Two bread plates with staple repaired breaks, several others with small flaking and chipping to rim. 

Some saucers with chipping and crazing to glaze. 

Creamer with staple-repaired breaks to spout. 

Teapot with probable restoration to spout and lid. Several other examples lacking lid. 

Egg cups, teacups and coffee cups with scattered chipping to rims. Few examples with more pronounced hairlines cracks and chipping. Additional images available upon request. 

Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold “as is,” in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.

The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.

The absence of a posted condition report on the Freeman's website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's.

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