8 June 2016 Russian Art and Photography Auctions
8 June 2016
336. A Porcelain Tea Service
VERBILKI MANUFACTORY, MOSCOW, 1946–1957
1,500-2,000 GBP
Height of the teapot 12 cm, of the sugar bowl, of the milk jug, of the cups 6.5 cm, diameter of the saucers 13 cm.
Fourteen pieces comprising a lidded teapot, a lidded sugar bowl, a milk jug, six cups and saucers, all decorated with polychrome chinoiserie style birds and flowers on black background, with white angled handles, all with gilt rims and white interiors, with blue manufactory stamps.
Notes on symbols:
* Indicates 5% Import Duty Charge applies.
Ω Indicates 20% Import Duty Charge applies.
§ Indicates Artist's Resale Right applies.
† Indicates Standard VAT scheme applies, and the rate of 20% VAT will be charged on both hammer price and premium.