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a russian gilded silver and champlevé enamel tankard, ovchinnikov, moscow, 1874
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- height 6 1/2 in. 16.5 cm
decorated with opaque and transparent champlevé enamel colors in geometric and interlaced patterns, a view of the Moscow Kremlin and the White Stone Bridge engraved and nielloed on the barrel in a rectangular reserve, the hinged cover mounted with a pierced finial, maker's mark and 91 standard
Condition
overall good 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
It is interesting to note that the tankard is marked with Ovchinnikov's original maker's mark, the Cyrillic initials PO, as well as the mark of the firm's name with imperial warrant, which was not awarded until 1881. It must therefore be assumed that the piece either remained in stock for several years or was marked for later exhibition.