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A gem-set silver and glass ewer, Egor Cheryatov, retailed by Lorié, 1908-1917
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- silver, glass, lapis lazuli, green chrysoprase, agate
- height 27.6cm, 10 7/8 in.
the bowl cut with ellipses, star and fan facets, the collar cast in high relief with marauding boyars on horseback within Slavic scrolls on a thickly enamelled black and blood red ground, the hook handle engraved in Russian 'Regimental prize from the 17th Chernogorsk Hussar Regiment of Her Imperial Majesty the Grand Duchess Elizabeth Feodorovna to the Kaluga Horse-Racing Club', the hinged lid set with vari-coloured cabochons, gilt interior, 84 standard
Condition
The black enamel has been restored. The glass with minor chips as expected.
"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."