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A Russian Gilded Silver and Shaded Enamel Presentation Kovsh, Lyubavin, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- with dedicatory inscription "Au Lieutenant Lagorio / la ville de St. Pétersbourg"
- Gilded silver, lapis lazuli, enamel
- Length 7 1/4 in.
- 18.4 cm
of traditional form, with brightly colored, stylized flowers against a stippled gilt ground, the hook handle similarly decorated and applied with a gilded seal of the city of St. Petersburg, the prow with a lapis lazuli bead
Condition
overall good condition; some surface scratching and minor enamel loss
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.