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A Russian carved hardstone and transparent enamel desk seal, probably Hahn, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- rock crystal, moss agate, gold, enamel, diamonds; leather, velvet, silk, brass fittings (case)
- height 4 1/8 in., 10.5 cm
the seal of tapering faceted form, the top set with an oval panel of moss agate with a rose-diamond set gold mount enameled in translucent green over a guilloché ground, the matrix uncut, apparently unmarked, contained in original fitted leather box of the firm of Hahn
Condition
attractive and overall good condition
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.