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A Russian Porcelain Plaque, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, St. Petersburg, 1837
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- 9 x 6 3/4 in.; 22.9 x 17.2 cm
the plaque demonstrating a sample of figural painting and ciselé gilding, inscribed in Cyrillic "S. Vasiliev composed and painted the decoration 1837, No. 83," apparently unmarked
Condition
overall good condition; some slight nicks and rubbing
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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.
Catalogue Note
The Vasilievs were one of the many families of painters who worked at the Imperial Porcelain Manufactory throughout its existence. S. Vasiliev may have been the father of the talented Aleksei Vasiliev (1833-1877), considered one of the best students of Vivant Beaucé. As the offered lot shows, Vasiliev took full advantage of a new, expanded palette during the reign of Nicholas I, which included lead-based fluxes and oxide tints, which allowed for a subtlety of expression that truly rivaled oils on canvas.