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A Russian Gilded Silver and Enamel Coin Purse, Twentieth Artel, Moscow, circa 1910
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Gilded silver, enamel, red hardstone, silk, paper
- Length 2 3/4 in.
- 7 cm
of rounded rectangular shape, the cover with an en plein enamel reserve painted with a rose and rosebuds on the vine, the back and borders with brightly-colored stylized flowers, foliage and geometric ornament, with red hardstone thumbpiece, the interior lined with red silk and with red silk compartment dividers
Condition
some minor enamel losses
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.