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A Russian carved hardstone gaming set, retailed by Bolin, Petrograd, circa 1914
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- nephrite, rhodonite, leather, silk, velvet, brass or other metal fittings
- diameter of each disk 1 1/16 in. (2.8 cm)
comprising fifteen nephrite disks and fifteen rhodonite disks, appropriate for backgammon or nardy, contained in velvet-lined trays held in a leather-bound case of the Bolin firm
Condition
Overall very good condition; one rhodonite marker with a tiny chip (4 mm) to one edge, the liners possibly renewed, the silk lining with scattered marks, some discoloration around the firm's trademark, some small scuffs to leather exterior, primarily at right edge and back
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
For a comparable set retailed by Fabergé, see Sotheby's New York, 8 December 1993, lot 611.