the lid painted en plein with the Tsarevna from Alexander Pushkin's poem The Tale of the Dead Princess and the Seven Knights (1833), spinning yarn and seated with a cat near a window, the sides and concave lid border with shaded cloisonné enamel flowers and leaf scrolls on blue-bordered pale pink and cream grounds, the lid corners set with cabochon garnets within pendant beads, hinged clasp and handles, pierced bracket feet, 88 standard

Excellent 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."