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A silver-gilt and niello cutlery set, Fedor Yartsev, Moscow, 1891
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- length of tea strainer: 18.75cm., 7 3/8 in
comprising twelve teaspoons, sugar tongs, tea strainer, lemon fork and sugar spoon, the bowls of the spoons finely nielloed with views of the Kremlin and the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, scrolling foliage and spiral handles, the circular cartouches with Cyrillic initials MRK, held in original fitted case
Condition
In overall good condition. The lid of the wooden case has a crack running through the entire length of the box and a further smaller crack 12cm long to the underside of the case.
"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."