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A Russian Porcelain Plaque, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, St. Petersburg, 1835
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- 8 x 6 in.; 20.3 x 15.2 cm
the plaque demonstrating a polychrome flower painting within a reserve on a turquoise ground sample of ciselé gilt ornament, inscribed in Cyrillic "Master Prokhor Lifantiev painted [this],1835, No. 61," apparently unmarked
Condition
overall good condition; some slight nicks and rubbing
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.
Catalogue Note
Prokhor Lifantiev (active 1829-1850) was among the talented painter-decorators working at the Imperial Porcelain Manufactory during the reign of Nicholas I, when a new, expanded palette, which included lead-based fluxes and oxide tints, allowed for a subtlety of expression that truly rivaled oils on canvas.