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An enamel vanity case with jewelled vari-coloured gold mounts, 3rd Artel, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- width: 11cm, 4 1/4 in
rectangular with three compartments, the surface enamelled in translucent pink over moiré engine-turning, the lids applied with three-colour gold floral festoons tied with ruby-set ribbons within two-colour gold laurel bands, the interior containing two original gold implements, diamond-set thumbpieces, in original fitted case, 56 and 88 standards
Condition
There is a narrow enamel loss, approx. 1.5cm long, down to the metal at lower front left edge. The sides with small enamel losses. The wood retailer's case is broken at the hinges. Otherwise in good order.
"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."