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Lot 436
  • 436

A silver hot water urn, St Petersburg, 1899-1904

Estimate
23,000 - 35,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Silver, mammoth ivory
  • height 43.5cm, 17 1/8 in.
in neoclassical taste, the lower body and burner gadrooned, scroll handles, reeded spout and tapering legs, lion paw feet, the palmette-form tap and separators of mammoth ivory, maker's mark P.L, 84 standard

Condition

Generally very good condition, the handles slightly loose, the burner snuffer lacking hinge pin.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."