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A Russian Porcelain Plaque, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, St. Petersburg, 1834
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- 9 5/8 x 7 1/2 in.; 24.5 x 19 cm
the plaque demonstrating a sample of available colors and ciselé gilding, inscribed in Cyrillic "The decoration composed and painted by Master Painter Lev Spiridonov, 1834," apparently unmarked
Condition
attractive overall, with old repair (pins visible on the reverse)
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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
Lev Spiridonov was a member one of several families whose members worked as painter-decorators at the Imperial Porcelain over several generations. Spiridonov and his relatives were among the manufactory's artists who were able to take advantage of a new, expanded palette, which included lead-based fluxes and oxide tints allowing for a subtlety of expression that truly rivaled oils on canvas, which became available during the reign of Nicholas I.