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A Russian Gilded Silver and Shaded Enamel Casket, Eleventh Artel, Moscow, circa 1910
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Gilded silver, enamel, green hardstone
- Length 5 in.
- 12.7 cm
rectangular, raised on four bracket feet, decorated with brightly-colored enameled flowers and geometric decoration in shades of peach, green, and blue against a stippled ground, the four corners of the lids with flowerheads against a pale grey ground, the decorative panels on the sides framed with beaded borders and panels of floral ornament, the hinged lid with green hardstone thumbpiece, the interior gilded
Condition
the side of one foot slightly bent, some minor losses 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.