Lot 587
- 587
A silver and enamel clock, Ivan Britzin, St Petersburg, 1899-1908
Estimate
5,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, gold, enamel, ivory
- diameter 7cm, 2 3/4 in.
circular, enamelled in translucent pastel green over wavy engine-turning, the white striped borders bound with gold leaves, the dial of white translucent enamel with Arabic numbers, two-colour gold hands, ivory back, squared silver strut, 88 standard, scratched numbers 49053K (crossed out) and 17223K, the reverse inscribed Nedelnyj Zavod
Condition
The green enamel with losses some of which are poorly restored. The clocks tocks when wound but please note that SOtheby's does not guarantee the clock mechanism. The strut is slightly loose at the hinge.
"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."