Lot 407
  • 407

A GEM-SET SILVER-GILT AND CLOISONEÉ ENAMEL KOVSH, OREST KURLYUKOV, MOSCOW, 1899-1908 |

Estimate
9,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • length 10.7cm, 4 1/4 in.
in Art Noveau taste, decorated with two medallions painted en grisaille with the view of the Tsar Bell, the Cathedral of the Saviour in Moscow and with four medallions of polychrome flowers on cream ground and divided by pilasters, amethysts and yellow garnets, openwork handle further set ith a cabochon amethyst and a green stone, 88 standard, with later control marks

Condition

The cream enamel along the edges with some old restoration, otherwise in good condition.
"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."