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A parcel-gilt silver and leather portfolio, Moscow, 1899-1908
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gold, silver, leather
- height 36cm, 14 1/4 in.
the cover of the leather binder applied with a silver matte finish plaque engraved with yellow and pink-gilt Art Nouveau irises and initials CR, inscribed in French '[In] testimony of high esteem for our/ dear and adored Professor Dr Roux/ Eternally grateful/ Alexandre and Olga/ Pissarenko/ 1907', struck with maker's mark PA (Cyrillic), possibly for Peter Abrosimov or Pavel Amerikantsev, 84 standard
Condition
Excellent condition. With only very minor scratches.
"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."