Lot 26
  • 26

CHARLES BOIT | Portrait of Peter the Great, Emperor of Russia (1672-1723)

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Portrait of Peter the Great, Emperor of Russia (1672-1723)
  • Enamel, set in the lid of a gold mounted tortoiseshell box;signed lower right: CBoit
  • 41 by 34 mm.

Provenance

Sale, Geneva, Sotheby's, 14 November 1984, lot 365

Condition

The miniature is overall in very good condition, save for very minor scuff to the background 3mm from edge at 10 o'clock. Base and inner lining of box, pitted and slightly puckered.
"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."