Lot 264
- 264
A Russian Silver and Translucent Enamel Ashtray, Ivan Britsyn, St. Petersburg, circa 1910
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- with 1911 import mark for London
- Gilded silver, enamel, leather, silk, velvet
- Diameter 3 1/4 in.
- 8 cm
hexagonal with a tapering well, the enameled translucent salmon over a radiant guilloché ground, the aperture and border enameled opaque white with engraved and gilded decorative ridges. Held in fitted leather case of retailer Spink & Son Ltd.
Condition
no apparent damage; the interior lining of the box with some fraying consistent with age
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.