Lot 467
- 467
An Imperial Presentation Silver-Gilt Kovsh, Alexei Ratikov, Moscow, 1773
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver, gild
- length 26.5cm, 10 1/2 in.
the base repoussé with the Imperial eagle, the flat cartouche-form handle engraved with Empress Catherine II's cipher beneath the Imperial crown within chased scrolls, the prow with an engraved profile portrait of the Empress, the sides engraved with a series of cartouches framing Russian inscriptions recording the Empress' presentation of the kovsh on 18 March 1773 to Cossack Hetman Grigory Melnikov for his faithful service, struck with mark of assay master Ivan Savelev and Moscow city mark, the underside numbered 59 and engraved with the weight of 1 funt, 20 zolotniki
Condition
the prow apparently having lost the imperial eagle or some other earlier finial, the surface with some losses and discoloration consistent with age, particularly on the underside and interior
"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."