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A Large Russian Gilded Silver and Plique-à-Jour Enamel Cigarette Case, Pavel Ovchinnikov, Moscow, circa 1895
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Gilded silver, enamel
- Height 5 in.
- 12.7 cm
of rounded rectangular shape, one side of the case depicting a colorful peacock perching on a branch among numerous exotic blooms, the other side depicting a boyar warrior with sword and shield standing at the edge of a lake at sunset with an owl perched in a flowering branch above him, the borders in light blue, turquoise, and green, all against a stippled gilt ground, with gilded thumbpiece
Condition
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.
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.