Lot 426
  • 426

A silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel tea caddy, Antip Kuzmichev, Moscow, retailed by Tiffany & Co., New York, 1890-1896

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver
  • height: 12.8cm, 5 1/8 in.
the surface elaborately decorated with polychrome scales, strapwork, swirling rosettes, and entrelacs on a stippled ground, blue line and coil borders, cork and silver-gilt stopper, 88 standard

Condition

There are two minor areas of restoration to the enamel on the lid.
"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."