Lot 281
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A Russian Silver, Translucent Enamel, and Jeweled Bellpush, Andrei Gurianov, St. Petersburg, circa 1910
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Silver, moonstone, diamonds, ivory
- Diameter 1 3/8 in.
- 3.5 cm
the domed body enameled translucent oyster over a wavy guilloché ground, the moonstone push bordered by diamonds, the base chased with foliage
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, June 21, 1994, lot 126, illustrated
Condition
with a slight loss to enamel near the wire input
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
Andrei Gurianov (often spelled Gorianov in English-language sources) was a St. Petersburg jeweler and enameler whose shop was located near that of Fabergé. As the offered lot demonstrates, his work was of very high quality and his small enameled works were often retailed by Fabergé.