Lot 377
  • 377

TWO SILVER-GILT AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SPOONS, MOSCOW, 1899-1908 |

Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • length of the longer spoon 21cm, 8 1/4 in.
one enamelled with vivid shaded flowers and scrolls on gilt stippled grounds and with white pellet borders, struck with workmaster's initials V.A., 84 standard; the other with more abstract floral scrolls within cloison scroll borders, struck with initials ViK (Cyrillic), 84 standard

Condition

Overall good condition; with a few minor areas of enamel loss, not to the metal.
"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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