Lot 425
  • 425

AN UNUSUAL SILVER MATTE AND SHADED ENAMEL KOVSH, FEODOR RÜCKERT, MOSCOW, 1899-1908 |

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • length 15.3cm, 6in.
with raised prow and pierced shaped handle, the body enamelled with stylized shaded cloisonné leaves against a matte cream ground, set with hardstone cabochons and decorated with applied silver cables in swirling patterns, struck with maker's mark FR (Cyrillic), 88 standard

Condition

Overall in good condition, with only a small area 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."