Lot 29
  • 29

A RUSSIAN PORCELAIN VASE, IMPERIAL PORCELAIN FACTORY, PERIOD OF NICHOLAS I, IN THE GOTHIC STYLE, CIRCA 1832 |

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description

  • Haut. 16 cm ; height  6 1/4  in
circular, with nine tubular openings with gilded leaves in relief, the body painted with clovers and godrons in colors, marked under base with blue overglaze Imperial cypher of Nicholas I and incised initials M M

Provenance

Ordered by Tsar Nicholas I in 1832 for the Winter Palace

Condition

Restoration to three spouts, minor wears to gilding on base.
"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."

Catalogue Note

The Gothic Service was commissioned by Tsar Nicholas I in 1832. It was created for the Winter Palace and comprised a dinner and tea service of 150 place settings, totalling 1,832 pieces.