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A silver-gilt and niello etui and charka, Moscow, 1819 and 1774
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Silver-gilt, niello
- length of etui: 12cm, 4 3/4 in.; width of charka: 7.4cm, 2 7/8 in.
the etui of upright oval section form, nielloed with an allegory of the meeting of Russia, England and Austria, inscribed in Russian: 'Union of Three Rulers', the reverse with Victory trophy, unidentified maker's mark I.O (Cyrillic, Postnikova-Losseva no. 2505), 84 standard; the charka with architectural vignettes on rayed grounds within scrolly cartouches, Ivan Mikhailov
Condition
The charka in excellent condition. The etui with minor wear to niello in small areas. There is possibly an old repair at the lid. The object is generally in very good order and attractive.
"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."