- 693
A selection of Karelian birch and bur birch objects
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- length of chest: 23cm., 9in.; approx. diameter of small circular box: 6.3cm., 2½in.
comprising twelve pieces, including a large chest, a travelling case with fitted mirror, two circular boxes, larger one with inscription in Cyrillic In Memory of War / 1914-1915 / Baranovichi / Headquarters of Supreme Commander-in-Chief / To V.V. Glumov / From P.E. Korzin, a log-shaped box, a tazza, a thistle-shaped vase and cover, two rectangular boxes, a cigar case, a circular plate and a cigarette case
Condition
Large chest: very minor chips to the edges and small cracks and scratches to the surface consistent with age. The original key is lacking. The bottom compartment appears to be stuck and does not slide open.
Travelling case with fitted mirror: surface scratches consistent with age and use.
Two circular boxes: in overall good condition consistent with age and use.
Log-shaped box: original key is lacking, otherwise in overall good condition.
Cigar and cigarette cases: surface scratches consistent with age and use.
Tazza and thistle-shaped vase and cover: in overall good condition consistent with age and use.
Circular dish: wear to the varnish, otherwise in overall good condition consistent with age and use.
"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."