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A Seven-Piece Russian Silver and Niello Tea Set, Moscow, 1891
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silver, niello, ivory
- Height of Teapot 5 1/2 in.
- 14 cm
comprising a Teapot, Creamer, Covered Sugar Bowl, Tea Scoop, Tea Strainer, and Sugar Tongs all by Fedor Yartsev, 1891, each piece nielloed with scrolling foliage on a stippled ground, the largest pieces with circular reserve of Moscow monuments and churches, the interiors gilded; sold together with Six Tea Spoons with conforming decoration, marked with unidentified Cyrillic maker's mark BA, circa 1900
Condition
with small scattered dents to some pieces consisted with age and use
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.