Lot 356
  • 356

The Imperial Yacht Standart: A silver and glass decanter, Bolin, workmaster Konstantin Linke, Moscow, the glass Imperial Glass Works, St Petersburg, 1893

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver, glass
  • height 36cm, 14 1/4 in.
of baluster form, the front and back of the glass body moulded with a central cartouche of swirling lobes within cut scrolls and foliage, scroll base, handle and collar, the base mount later engraved in Russian 'For the Wardroom of the Imperial Yacht "Standart", from the French-Russian Factory Society, 1913', 84 standard, the base of the glass incised with the Imperial cypher of Alexander III dated 1893

Condition

Excellent condition, the glass beautifully made.
"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.
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