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Grand Duke Constantine Constantinovich: An Imperial Presentation silver cigarette case, Ovchinnikov, Moscow, 1879
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- width: 9.8cm, 3 7/8 in.
reeded surface, the lid applied with a cypher of entwining C's enclosing an Imperial crown, the end with vesta compartment, blue and white tinder cord, struck with maker's mark GK (Cyrillic), 84 standard
Provenance
Given by HIH Grand Duke Constantine Constantinovich (1858-1915) to HIRH The German Crown Princess Cecilie, Duchess of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (1886-1954)
Thence by descent
Condition
Very good condition. Good weight. The tinder cord discoloured.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The giver and receiver of this gift were first cousins once removed, sharing descent from Emperor Nicholas I.