Lot 383
  • 383

A silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel tinder case, Ovchinnikov, Moscow, circa 1896

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • width: 7.2cm, 2 3/4 in
of elongated oval form, the surface decorated in polychrome enamel with stylised foliage on a stippled ground, 88 standard

Condition

Overall very good condition. There are tiny areas of discrete, successful restoration.
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