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A Russian silvered metal dish
Estimate
240 - 320 GBP
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Description
cast as the Imperial eagle with heart-shaped bowl, 22.7cm, 9 in; a snuff box, French, circa 1760, with carved and gilded mother of pearl inlaid pastoral ornament and later beaded metal mounts, tortoiseshell-lined, diameter 8.5cm, 3 3/4 in; and a mottled wood walking stick with silver-gilt crook handle with pale yellow guilloché enamel collar, maker's mark rubbed, Vienna, circa 1900, handle 12.5cm; 4 7/8 in
Condition
First item has been resoldered under crown, green discolouration on reverse; second item has lost much gilding and many portions of inlay on base and sides have either been detached or completely lost; third item, has dented handle and chip 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. 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."