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A RUSSIAN GOLD AND GUILLOCHÉ ENAMEL PASTILLE BOX, ST. PETERSBURG, 1899-1904 |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gold, silver, enamel
- diameter 2 1/4 in., 5.8 cm
of circular cushion form, enameled translucent royal blue over banded wavy engine-turning, the lid inset with a part-enameled 10 ruble gold coin of Empress Catherine II dated 1766, possibly a cast, chased laurel borders, struck with master's initials GS (Cyrillic) and Nilouram, 56 standard
Condition
overall very good condition; bright and attractive, the hinge slightly tight
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.