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A soviet porcelain group: "Ivanushka", modelled by V. Kuznetsov, painted by Maria Briantsova, State Porcelain Manufactory, 1922
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- height 16cm., 6¼in
with green manufactory mark, the artist's cypher, impressed initials for Kuznetsov, dated 1922 and numbered 36/3
Condition
some overpainting to the gilt at the bottom, there is old restoration in 2 places to the left hand of the figure. the head has broken off in the past and old restoration around the neck and minor cracks to the glaze in places
"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."
Catalogue Note
Similar models are illustrated in T.N. Nosovich, I.P Popova: State Porcelain Manufactory 1904-1944, St Petersburg Orkestra, 2005, p.318-319