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Grand Duke George Alexandrovich: An Imperial Presentation silver-gilt cigarette case with enamelled gold mounts, A. Tillander, St Petersburg, circa 1892
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- silver-gilt with enamel gold mounts
- width: 10.3cm, 4in.
the surface cast with sunburst reeding, the lid applied with crowned Cyrillic initials AG in opaque blue and white enamel, the end with vesta compartment, the interior of the lid inscribed in Russian: 'To Ivan Klemetievich/ in fond memories from Georgi/ Abbas Tuman. 25 Dec 1892', 84 standard
Condition
Considerable wear to gilding, enamel losses, some dents and scratches, tinder cord lacking. We recommend that prospective bidders view this lot in person.
"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
Grand Duke George Alexandrovich (1871-1899) spent much time during his last years resting at the Georgian spa town of Abastumani following the onset of his illnesses in 1890.