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An impressive silver-mounted wood jewellery casket, Ovchinnikov, Moscow, 1908-1917
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver, wood, semi-precious stones
- 26.5 by 38 by 23cm, 10 5/8 by 15 by 9 1/4 in.
in 16th-17th century taste, of teremok form, the oak body applied with swirl-chased trellis, bold slavonic cartouches and corner brackets, set with varied hardstone cabochons, the lower section with hinged clasp and padlock, the lid containing a secret compartment, its lock concealed beneath a hinged cabochon, the handles and lid mounts cast with scrolls and stylised flowerheads, the interior and base fabric-lined, 84 standard
Condition
In very good condition consistent with age.
"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."