Lot 116
- 116
A Russian gilt bronze inkstand: The victorious Cossack, 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- gilt bronze
- length of base 7 7/8 in., 20 cm
depicting a victorious soldier celebrating the seizure of the Napoleonic standard on the ground before him, flanked by hinged barrels for ink and sand containing original liners, raised on dolphin feet, apparently unmarked
Condition
the officer's plume possibly bent, otherwise in overall good condition, some small rubbing and slight discoloration to patina on base and near one of the soldier's epaulettes
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
This popular design was produced in a number of variants throughout the 19th century. See, for example, V.M. Faibisovich et al, "My vse v odnu solemsia dushu!..", St. Petersburg, 2012, p. 220, no. 128.