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A Russian Silver, Cloisonné, and Champlevé Enamel Egg-Shaped Box, Ovchinnikov, Moscow, 1882
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
The Roman numerals XXV so proudly displayed by the wreath-bearing putto indicate that this extravagant box was intended as a twenty-fifth wedding anniversary gift.
- Height 10 1/2 in.
- 26.7 cm
the oviform box formed of panels of elaborately cast and chased scrolled openwork panels interspersed with bands decorated with geometric and floral designs in colorful champlevé enamels, a fan motif in pale lavender and dark green enamel decorated with gilt stars partially encloses the top and bottom, the lid crowned with the figure of a seated putto holding a floral wreath enclosing the gold Roman numerals XXV, all of this being set on four chicken legs atop balls decorated with champlevé enamels, the interior lined with red velvet
Condition
some minor chipping to enamel
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.