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A Set of Russian Trompe l'Oeil Silver Tea Glass Holders with Six Spoons, Strainer, Tongs, and Caddy Spoon, Grachev Brothers, St. Petersburg, 1894
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- contained in original fitted oak chest, the silk lining stamped Grachev St. Petersburg below an Imperial eagle, the cover set with a monogrammed brass plaque dated 15/XI/1894
- Silver, glass, oak, brass fittings, velvet, silk, paper
- Height of Tea Glass Holder 3 5/8 in.
- 9.3 cm
the six Tea Glass Holders with engraved glass liners and with a basket weave design and gilded interiors, the six Spoons with twist stems, the Straining Spoon, Sugar Tongs and Tea Caddy Spoon also chased in a basket weave design
Condition
overall good condition; cover of oak box cracked
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.