Grossman Estate, Autographs, and Fresh Finds
Lot 220:
Description
79 pieces of Richard Ginori porcelain dinner and tea service items decorated in a multicolored floral sprig pattern. The set is fashioned from fine white porcelain with hand-applied gold gilded rims. Each piece is marked on the underside. Includes one tureen (8 3/4″ diameter), one gravy boat (7 3/4″), 12 dinner plates (10 1/2″), 12 salad plates (7 3/4″), 10 soup bowls (8 1/4″), 12 fruit bowls (5″), 10 bread plates (6 1/4″), 8 teacups (2″ x 4.5″), 11 saucers (6″), and one creamer and sugar bowl.
Location: 13B
Condition report:
The service shows widespread wear consistent with regular use. Most pieces exhibit significant rubbing and thinning to the gold gilding on the rims and handles. Surface scratches from wear and use are present throughout the surfaces of most plates. One teacup has a prominent vertical crack extending from the rim. Several items show scattered spots and iron staining, primarily on the interior surfaces and undersides. Minor surface scratches and light fading are present on the floral decorations.
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