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A selection of porcelain from the service of Olga Nicholaevna, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, period of Nicholas I, (1825-1855)
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- length of oval dish: 43.5cm., 17¼in
comprising: one oval tureen and one circular tureen with covers, an oval serving dish and eight dinner plates, all decorated with richly gilded foliate borders, the covers with scrolling leaf finials, with blue Imperial cyphers for Nicholas I
Provenance
Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaevna (1822-1892)
Condition
There are surface scratches and minor patches of wear to the gilding throughout consistent with age and use. However no obvious signs 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."
"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."