Lot 159
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A set of four Russian porcelain dessert plates from the Kremlin Service, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, St. Petersburg, Period of Nicholas I (1825-1855), 1848
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- diameter 8 5/8 in. (21.8 cm)
centered with the black double-headed Imperial eagle with crown, orb and scepter on a green ground, enclosed within a gilt band inscribed in Russian 'Nicholas, Emperor and Autocrat of All the Russias,' surrounded by vermilion rosettes and foliate ornament on a richly gilded ground, all with blue Imperial cypher of Nicholas I, some with partial inventory marks of the Kremlin Palace
Provenance
Christie's London, 26 April 1989, lot 215, part illustrated
Condition
overall very good condition; some slight wear to gilding and enamel colors, 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.