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A Russian Gilded Silver and Enamel Easter Egg, Antip Kuzmichev, Moscow, circa 1895
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- the gilded interior engraved with a monogram above the date "Easter 1898"
- Gilded silver, enamel
- Height 3 in.
- 7.6 cm
of typical shape, decorated with bands of enameled scrolling vegetation alternating with rows of turquoise bead flowerheads set among white beads, the center band with the Russian Easter greeting "Christ is Risen" in pale blue cloisonné enamel against a navy blue ground, the top and bottom centering on flowerheads, the slip-on cover pulling off to reveal a gilded interior with circular aperture
Condition
some small enamel loss, small restoration to blue ground between two of the letters on the central band
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.