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A RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT HOT WATER URN/SAMOVAR, MICHAEL OVCHINNIKOV, ST. PETERSBURG, 1908-1917 |
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 42.3cm., 16 3/4 in. high
classical urn form with anthemion embellished high-loop handles, applied acanthus and anthemion straps spreading on to in-swept lion-paw feet, the cover detachable on two-parts, the tape with leaf-capped scrolling handle with ivory terminal, coal drawer and detachable liner, the incurved square base resting on four orb feet
Condition
Clear marks to rim of base. Heavy gauge. Gilding heavily worn and still present in a few places. Otherwise good condition.
"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."