Lot 617
  • 617

A soviet Porcelain figure of a sailor, State Porcelain Manufactory, 1922

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • height: 18.5cm., 17¼in.
after a design by Natalia Danko, sculpted by I. Kuznetsov, depicted in white uniform and holding a bouquet of flowers, with impressed initials IK, blue manufactory mark and numbered N43/16 

Condition

In overall good condition.
"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

For a similar model, please see: T.N. Nosovich, I.P. Popova State Porcelain Manufactory 1904-1944, St. Petersburg Orkestra, 2005, p.343