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Two Russian Cut Glass Goblets, Imperial Glass Manufactory, St. Petersburg, circa 1814
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Glass, enamel colors
- Height of the Taller Goblet 7 1/2 in.
both glasses set with white glass medallions; on the first is painted an allegorical figure of Glory flying over a map of Europe with the sites of major battles marking the Russian advance toward Paris indicated; the second with the Imperial monogram of Alexander I and the phrase "In memory of the taking of Paris, 19 March 1814" in gilt letters
Literature
For examples of similar cut-glass pieces celebrating Russian victories during the Napoleonic Wars in major Russian collections, see N.A. Asharina, Russkoe steklo, Moscow, 1998, p. 246, ch. 6, no. 35 and T.A. Malinina, Imperatorskii stekliannyi zavod, 1777-1917, St. Petersburg, 2004, pp. 42-43.
Condition
overall good condition
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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.