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A set of thirteen Russian dinner plates from the Kremlin Service, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, St. Petersburg, Period of Nicholas I (1825-1855)
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- diameter 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm)
centered with an ornate gilt flowerhead, the borders with brightly colored geometric and Russian Style strapwork in shades of iron red, emerald green, and lapis blue alternating with the Imperial Russian state coat-of-arms within a circular cartouche, with blue Imperial cypher of Nicholas I, a few with partially obscured Kremlin Palace inventory numbers
Provenance
Christie's London, 26 April 1989, lot 218, part illustrated
Condition
overall excellent condition; with minimal wear to painted colors and gilding; four with some small wear to the emerald green band at outer edge of cavetto; one plate with a small chip to the foot
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.