Lot 531
  • 531

A large cut-glass vase with gem-set silver mount, Ivan Khlebnikov, Moscow, 1908-1917

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description

  • height: 26.7cm, 10 1/2 in.
of tapering form, the rim mount cast with scrolls and applied with vari-coloured cabochons, the scroll handles cast with Alkonost, 84 standard 

Condition

One of the gems is missing. There are some surface scratches to the silver and glass consistent with age. In overall good condition, the piece would benefit from a professional clean.
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