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A jewelled silver and enamel cigarette case, Bolin, Moscow, 1899-1908
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, gold, enamel, diamonds, sapphires,
- height 9.5cm, 3 3/4 in.
in Art Nouveau taste, the lid chased and enamelled with a perching peacock, its feathers set with rose-cut diamonds and cabochon sapphires, above a cluster of entwining branches forming a heart of purple enamel, 88 standard
Provenance
Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovich and Grand Duchess Maria Pavlovna
Sotheby's London, 30 November 2009, lot 69 (£61,250)
Condition
Very good condition. One diamond lacking to left of bird. Minor restorations to enamel. Wear to gilding.
"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."