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A Russian Parcel-Gilt Silver Punch Service, Moscow, Vasilii Agafonov, 1894
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Silver, oak or pine, velvet, silk, leather, brass fittings
- Diameter of Tray 13 7/8 in.; 35.2 cm
comprising a punch bowl, ladle, tray, and six cups; all engraved with floral ornament flanking roundels engraved with the Cyrillic initials VFD and XXV, the tray with dedicatory inscription, contained in fitted, morocco-bound box of retailer Khlebnikov
Condition
overall good condition, the gilding bright and the engraving sharp; the leather covering of the box with extensive losses consistent with age
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.