Lot 268
- 268
A Russian Gilded Silver and Pictorial Enamel Spoon, Moscow, 1890s
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
with partially obscured maker's mark
- Gilded silver, enamel
- Length 7 1/8 in.
- 18.1 cm
the back of the oval bowl with a dark-haired boyarina beauty en plein, the border with turquoise filigree with a border of white beads, the twist handle and mitre finial enameled with conforming decoration
Provenance
Acquired by J.M. Dunbar in the USSR between 1930-1932
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
some small loss to the enamel, particularly to the white beads, and small areas of scratching or denting to surface of back of bowl
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.
Catalogue Note
Jesse M. Dunbar (1884-1974) was one of several General Electric engineers who was sent to Moscow under a contract to provide technical assistance in the production of transformers. He was accompanied by his wife Daisy Mae (née Cole) and daughter, Edna (1910-2011). During his two-year stay, the family was able to acquire a number of fine Russian enamels.