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A Russian Silver Tea Kettle and Stand, Mikhail Ovchinnikov, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silver, ivory
- Height 10 1/4 in.
- 26 cm
the stand with four paw feet and pierced fluted design, fastened to kettle with two opposing keys; the kettle of melon form with swing handle inset with mammoth ivory, the base fluted, and the hinged cover with conforming fluted decoration, with burner, also with vase shaped mammoth ivory finial, the interior gilded
Condition
the handle slightly loose, the ivory finial with small vertical crack, otherwise good condition
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.