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A RUSSIAN GOLD-MOUNTED GUILLOCHÉ ENAMEL CIGARETTE CASE, IVAN BRITSYN, ST. PETERSBURG, RETAILED BY IOSIF MARSHAK, 1904-1908 |
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gilded silver, enamel, gold; leather, gilt metal, velvet (case)
- length 4 1/4 in., 10.8 cm
rounded rectangular, the surface of translucent ivory enamel over wavy guilloché ground with varicolored gold laurel bands, diamond-set thumbpiece, gilt interior, 88 standard and retailer's mark, held in later leather case with applied gilt eagle
Condition
the case unusually large and heavy, the cover with small scattered scratches, and with areas of loss at left corner and to edges of rim, two pinpoint losses to lower rear
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.