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a large russian gilded silver and enamel table mirror, ovchinnikov, moscow, 1882
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- height 24 1/2 in. 62.2 cm
the oval mirror in pan-Slavic taste, resting on two stylized cockerels on chased ball feet, the frame enameled with a pattern of alternating flowers and foliage in opaque and translucent colors, surmounted by a shield with the Latin initials SHP beneath a baron's coronet, flanked by crested peacocks, with wooden back and brass strut
Provenance
Evelyn Walsh McLean, Washington, DC
Condition
some losses to enamel; one foot broken and repaired
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.