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Lot 462
  • 462

A gem-set silver-gilt kovsh, Marshak, Kiev, 1908-1917

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • jewelled silver gilt
  • length 15.8cm, 6 1/4 in.
the oval bowl with scooped rim, the border and flared handle set with varicoloured cabochons including an amethyst, turquoise, pink quartz and chrysoprase within strapwork, the handle support pierced with a long-necked bird, 84 standard, struck number 1227, Polish import marks

Condition

Very good condition with some small nicks and scratches overall. Minor wear to gilding. The bowl slightly misshapen.
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