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A Porcelain Inkstand and Tray, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, St Petersburg, Period of Nicholas I (1825-55)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- the inkstand fitted with lidded wells, sand caster and candlestick, the tray with blue Imperial cipher of Nicholas I, the inkstand apparently unmarked
- porcelain
- length of tray 26.3cm, 10 1/4 in.
Literature
Oda k Radosti/Ode to Joy, pp. 28-29, cat. nos. 2-3
Condition
The handle and base of the candle holder repaired. The gilding throughout parts of the inkstand restored, in particular the sand caster. The tray in good order.
"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."