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A trompe l'oeil silver and glass vodka set, Vasili Ivanov, St Petersburg, 1889
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Silver, glass, wood, silk, velvet
- height of bottle 19.1cm, 7 1/2 in.
comprising a bottle and four cups, cast and engraved to simulate woven birch, the bottle engraved at the rim 'From colleagues of the Pskov Cavalry' and dated 1868-1889, the base engraved with the names of the givers, with glass liners, 84 standard, in plush and silk-lined wood case, the lid with brass plaque engraved with Cyrillic initials FSh
Condition
Excellent condition, the box sided need reglued, as usual the glass elements possibly replaced.
"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."