Dining at Home

The service appearing in overall good condition. All items have minor spots of adhesive residue and shelf wear to the underside consistent with age, use, and moving. The teacups with minor wear and discoloration to the glaze of the interior just below the gilt rim. The sugar bowl with a small and very faint hairline crack to the bottom, visible from both sides, but not appearing the impact stability of the bowl. There are imperfections in black glaze on all items (having a textured feel and appearance). Examination under UV light does not evidence any repairs or restoration. Additional images are available upon request.

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