Lot 399
  • 399

A PAIR OF SILVER-GILT AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SALTS, MARIA SEMENOVA, MOSCOW, 1899-1908 |

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • height of salts 5.6cm, 2 1/8 in., length of spoons 6.6cm, 2 5/8 in.
of kovsh form with tall handles, the fronts applied with enamelled flower on gilt stippled grounds, green enamel border, 84 standard; together with a pair of silver-gilt and cloisoneé enamel spoons, the bowls decorated with flowers within white beaded borders, 88 standard with later French import mark

Condition

Excellent condition; the interior gilding tarnished.
"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."