Lot 360
  • 360

Four Russian Porcelain Plates, St. Petersburg

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • three plates with green cypher marks; one with blue factory mark

  • Porcelain
  • Diameters approximately 9-10 in.
  • 22.8-25.4 cm
two plates navy blue and gilded, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, period of Alexander II (1855-1881); the third plate from the Gothic Cottage Service, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, period of Alexander III, dated 1893; the fourth plate gilded with the Imperial cypher of Alexander III, Kornilov Manufactory, 1881-1894

Condition

the smaller of the Alexander II plates restored, the Alexander III plate with some gilding rubbed
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.