Group of Six Birch Wood Boxes, Circa 1900

Including two birch boxes with gilt metal medallions; a birch box with a cover and lid interior inlaid with a scene depicting a gentleman observing a woman in her bath; two plain birch boxes; and a birch box in the form of a billed cap.

SQUARE BOX WITH MEDALLION: Beraing the Russian State Seal used during the 19th Century. Small amount of soiling around the thumbpieces, RECTANGULAR BOX WITH MEDALLION: Bearing the Russian State Seal used during the 19th Century. Fluted inside to accommodate cigarettes, PAINTED BOX: the outside of the lid depicts a gentleman standing on a stool peering through a window. (minor amount of wear to the illustration) The interior of the box reveals a naked woman standing in her bath with the man's head peering through the window, LARGER DARK BIRCH BOX; with an interesting natural knot on the lid, LIGHTER BIRCH BOX: very smooth to the hand. HAT: With a small natural split in the wood near the joint of the bill and hat band. Inscribed on the reverse with an indistinct message with a date from 1911. All pieces in good condition unless otherwise stated.
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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