Lot 101
- 101
A Russian gilded silver and niello snuff box, Velikii Ustiug, 1769
Estimate
18,000 - 24,000 USD
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Description
- gilded silver, niello; leather, velvet, card, brass fittings (box)
- diameter 3 1/2 in., 9 cm
circular, the slip-on cover with a refined amorous couple seated at a table within a border of rococo scrolls, various similar vignettes around the sides, the base centered with a flowerhead within latticework framed by scrolls, dated and struck with mark of assay master Alexei Torlov, contained in later fitted leather case
Provenance
Sotheby's Geneva, 7 May 1980, lot 292, illustrated
Condition
some wear to niello consistent with age and use
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.