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A RUSSIAN GOLD AND ENAMEL SNUFF BOX, maker's mark PK, St. Petersburg, 1778 or 1779
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
maker possibly Peter Karmark, active St. Petersburg 1780s; assay master Yezgrav Borovshchikov (active to 1783)
- GOLD AND ENAMEL
- length 3 3/8 in.
- 8.5 cm
oval with red engine-turned grounds and leaf and berry borders, the cover centered by a miniature of two maidens garlanding an altar, losses and restorations, particularly to sides
Condition
central panel in cover loose, enamel damage at both ends, many small dents inside from storing objects, small crack in miniature
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.