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Lot 661
  • 661

A silver, nephrite and enamel casket, Sazikov, St Petersburg, 1875

Estimate
25,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • Silver, nephrite, enamel
  • width: 31.5cm, 12 3/8 in.
  • width: 31.5cm, 12 3/8 in.
of trunk form, the stone panels within pelleted and bracketed mounts, the arched lid set with a circular enamel plaque painted with a bird amongst flowers, the ends with swing handles, 88 standard

Provenance

Christie's Geneva, 9 May 1979, lot 199

Condition

In very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."