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A silver and niello vodka set, Vassili Semenov, Moscow, 1889
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, niello
- diameter of the tray 34cm, 13 1/2 in.; height of the bottle 25.5cm, 10in.
comprising a bottle, tray and twelve cups, each nielloed with scrolling leaves and flowerheads on stippled grounds within geometric borders, the bottle engraved with Russian inscription 'A memento from the factory-working right-industrial partnership of the Yaroslav Great Manufactory to the Director Elisei Eliseevich Shokrose, May 14th 1889', 84 standard
Condition
Excellent condition, the niello in remarkably good order. With light scratches to the tray where it meets the decanter.
"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."
"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."