Lot 433
  • 433

Moscow, Russia, 1907-1917

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Six Cigarette Cases
  • silver, hardstone, glass
  • wide from 10.5cm., 4¼in. to 11.7cm., 4¾in.
the first Ivan Krutikov, the reverse with souvenirs, green chrysoprase thumbpiece, the interior later engraved in Russian 'od Netki' and dated 29 October 1919-1921; the second unrecorded maker CH.B (Cyrillic), cabochon garnet thumbpiece; the fourth illegible maker's mark, cabochon amethyst thumbpeice; the fifth Orest Kurlyukov, with later engraved date 4.IX.1923, blue glass thumbpiece, Soviet control marks; the sixth Alexander Moskvin, the lid with stylised Cyrillic initials AB; all standard

Condition

Some scratches commensurate with use, good condition overall
"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."