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The Discussion of the Stalin Constitution in Uzbekistan: A Soviet porcelain figural ashtray, Lomonosov State Porcelain Factory, Leningrad, 1937
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- width 21cm, 8 1/4 in.
after a 1936 design by Natalia Danko, the reclining Uzbek reading reading the newspaper Red Uzbekistan, stamped dark green factory and 20th anniversary marks, gilt-numbered 9
Condition
Very good condition. The object has bowed slightly during firing so that the whole surface of the base does not rest evenly. Minor firing flaws and wear. The left rear base corner with abrasion.
"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."
Catalogue Note
For further information, please see T. N. Nosovich and I. P. Popova, Gosudarstvennyi farforovyi zavod, 1904-1944, St Petersburg, 2005, p. 579-580; and E. Sametskaya, Sovetskii Agitatsionyi Farfor, Moscow, 2004, pp. 139, 170-172.