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

of traditional form, enamelled overall with shaded polychrome flowers and foliage on cream grounds, the lower body with repoussé panels decorated with swans on pink, green and red grounds, the base enamelled in dark purple with filigree scrolls, struck with maker's mark beneath the Imperial Warrant, 88 standard 

Overall in very good condition with only minor areas of restoration.
"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."

For an almost identical design by Feodor Rückert, please see Sotheby's London, 08 June 2011, lot 438.