Lot 415
  • 415

A jewelled silver-gilt and enamel charka, Ivan Britzin, St Petersburg, 1904-1908

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver-gilt, enamel
  • length 7.4cm, 2 7/8 in.
the bowl enamelled in translucent red over moirĂ© engine-turning below a white band of lilies-of-the-valley, the handle formed as a stem of the same flower, with four hanging pearl blooms within two green-enamelled leaves, 88 standard

Provenance

Christie's Geneva, 15-16th May 1984, lot 237

Condition

The green enamel of the handle with small areas of loss, some of which restorer and lacquered. The bowl in excellent 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."