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A PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF MARIA FEODOROVNA, EMPRESS OF RUSSIA (1759-1828) , FRANZ GERHARD VON KÜGELGEN (BACHARACH 1772 - 1820 DRESDEN) |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- 14cm by 8.5cm, 5 1/2 in by 3 3/4 in.
of oval shape set within a red leather wallet lined with green leather, painted on ivory with inscriptions below and above 'This book of the Emperor Alexander I was presented by the Emperor Nicholas I to D. T. C. Nich. Golitzin' and 'A Portrait of Empress Maria by Her Majesty to him also.'
Provenance
Empress Maria Feodorovna
by whom given to Prince Alexander Nikolaevich Golitzin
Nicholas I Pavlovich (his brother)
by whom given to Prince Alexander Nikolaevich Golitzin
Sotheby's London, Brewster Collection, 14 December 1995, lot 63
by whom given to Prince Alexander Nikolaevich Golitzin
Nicholas I Pavlovich (his brother)
by whom given to Prince Alexander Nikolaevich Golitzin
Sotheby's London, Brewster Collection, 14 December 1995, lot 63
Condition
The miniature and plaques in excellent condition, with only minor surface scratches consistent with age. The leather wallet with wear throughout and the claps broken.
"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."
"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."