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Lot 430
  • 430

Two Plates from the Service of Grand Duke Konstantin Nikolaevich, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, St Petersburg, Period of Nicholas I (1825-1855), 1848

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Porcelain
  • diameter 23.5cm, 9 1/4 in.
both with cavetto centred with a stylised gilded flowerhead, the borders with emerald green, gilt, brick red and black strapwork ornament, relieved by medallions with the Imperial double-headed eagle and the Grand Duke's cipher, with blue Imperial cipher of Nicholas I

Condition

with some rubbing to gilding and stacking wear
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."