We celebrate by working: A Soviet porcelain teapot, State Porcelain Factory, Petrograd, 1921

Auction Closed

June 4, 04:28 PM GMT

Estimate

7,000 - 9,000 GBP

Lot Details

Description

We celebrate by working: A Soviet porcelain teapot, State Porcelain Factory, Petrograd, 1921

after the design by Rudolf Vilde, the body inscribed with the slogan entwining with a puce ribbon, the base further

decorated with flowers, vivid green borders, with green Imperial cypher of Nicholas II dated 1898, blue factory mark

dated 1921

height 14cm, 5½in.

The spout of the kettle with a chip, approximately 8mm wide, partially visible in the catalogue photo. The surfaces with some minor wear, otherwise in good order.

"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.

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