Lot 404
  • 404

A SILVER-GILT AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL KOVSH, MOSCOW, 1899-1908 |

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • length 9cm, 3 1/2 in.
the prow shaped as a head of a bird, the handle as a feathered tail, enemalled overall with shaded flowers on gild stippled grounds, marked with unknown workmaster's initials PR (Cyrillic), 84 standard control mark of Ivan Lebedkin

Condition

Overall good condition with several areas of enamel restorration
"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."