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A Russian Gilded Silver and Shaded Enamel Pictorial Cigarette Case, Moscow, early 20th century
Estimate
9,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
marked with Cyrillic initials D.G., probably for Dmitrii Gorbunov, and later Soviet control marks
- Gilded silver, enamel
- Height 4 1/2 in.
- 11.4 cm
of rounded rectangular shape, one side painted en plein with a scene of a courting couple in traditional Russian dress, the remainder with brightly colored stylized foliage and applied gilded wires, with purple hardstone thumbpiece, the interior gilded
Condition
some loss to enamel in corners and darkening in areas of en plein
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.