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A Russian Gilded Silver Figural Inkstand, St. Petersburg, 1884
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- gilded silver, glass, oak, velvet, brass fittings
- Length of Base 6 5/8 in.; 16.9 cm
formed as two peasant cottages separated by a picket fence and a shed enclosing a cart, the surfaces finely engraved to imitate wood, brick, or grass; the cottage roofs serving on slip-on covers and concealing glass liners, raised on a shaped oval base with scalloped foot, struck with Cyrillic maker's mark T.N, probably for Teodor Niugren, contained in fitted oak case
Condition
with very fine detail and numerous minute details; the roof of the cottage at left with a slight bend to one edge, the interior of the case lid possibly relined
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.