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A Russian gilded silver and pictorial enamel salt throne, Orest Kurlyukov, Moscow, 1908-1917
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silver, enamel, chrysoprase, moonstone, garnet
- height 5 in., 12.7 cm
the back of the throne pierced and set with cabochon hardstones and enameled en plein with a scene of boyarina offering bread and salt before a walled city, the hinged lid and sides enameled with stil moderne ornament with pink Gerbera daisies, 84 standard
Condition
some minor loss to enamels, primarily to leaves of daisy at upper left on hinged lid and to one daisy on left side
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.