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A RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT AND ENAMEL TABLE BOX, IVAN BRITZIN, ST. PETERSBURG, 1904-1908 |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- width 9cm, 3 1/2 in.
the hinged lid of the square box enamelled sky blue over a sunburst engine-turned ground, the sides further enamelled over wavy engine-turning, the cover applied with chased gold interwoven laurel bands centring a circular shield engraved with a monogram, the front of the lid with a jewelled thumbpiece with chased laurel band, the border of the lid and the base with a gilded silver border chased with leaf tips, gilt interior, 88 standard
Condition
Overall in very good condition; one corner and the area above the thumbpiece with enamel restoration. The enamel surfaces with some shallow nicks and scratches overall.
"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."