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A PARCEL-GILT OXIDISED SILVER AND HARDSTONE DESK SEAL CAST AS A BOGATYR, SAMUEL ARNDT, ST PETERSBURG, CIRCA 1860, RETAILED BY NICHOLLS & PLINCKE | A parcel-gilt oxidized silver, gold and hardstone desk seal cast as a bogatyr, Samuel Arndt, retailed by Nicholls & Plincke, St. Petersburg, circa 1860
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- 10.5cm., 4 1/8 in. high
the bearded Russian warrior standing in full armour on a rocky outcrop, blank carnelian matrix, the original red leather case stamped on the base for 'Nicholls & Plincke / Magazin Anglais / à Saint Petersbourg'
Condition
Excellent condition and quality. The case does not close completely flush.
"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."