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A set of four silver plates, Johann Fredrik Köpping, St Petersburg, 1774
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- diameter: 24.8cm, 9 3/4 in.
circular with moulded rims, each engraved with an ecclesiastical coat of arms, each numbered 12
Condition
Some scratches to the cavettos from use. Very good weight.
"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
J. F. Köpping was a court goldsmith to Empress Catherine II and made numerous pieces for the various Imperial and government services commissioned by her. The year after she came to the throne in 1762, he was commissioned to make the First Silver Service, which involved such a large quantity of metal that six soldiers and a sergeant were required to supervise his work "to insure that no silver or money could be abstracted". See A. von Solodkoff, Russian Gold and Silver, 1981, p. 22. See also Baron A. de Foelkersam, Inventaire de l'argenterie des Palais Impériaux, St. Petersburg, 1907.