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Five Russian Bread and Salt Cloths and Eight Napkins, circa 1900-1914
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
the first embroidered in silver threads and presented by employees of the Tambov Railroad to Emperor Nicholas II; the second commemorating the icon of the Smolensk Mother of God presented to the Emperor Nicholas II, 1902; the third embroidered with brightly colored folk scenes and presented to Empress Alexandra Feodorovna; the fourth embroidered with a brightly colored troika and presented by the Riga City Guilds, 1904; a fifth with stylized Imperial double-headed eagles in gold and silver thread, 1903; and eight fringed damask napkins
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.