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Indira Gandhi Meeting With Pioneers, Krasnyi Farforist Porcelain and Pottery Factory, Gruzino, 1957
Estimate
800 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- height 36.2cm, 14 1/4 in.
after a design by Bronislav Bystrushkin, the base inscribed in Russian 'To Faine Kuzminichine from the members of the Second Class' and dated 8 March 1958, stamped blue factory mark, dated 1957
Exhibited
Hillwood Museum, no. 74; Pushkin Museum, no. 149
Literature
Oda k Radosti/Ode to Joy, p. 375, cat. no. 307
Condition
Excellent condition. Minor firing flaws, and very small losses to the glazing in places, notably the hem of Indira Ganghi's skirt. The inscription slightly faded.
"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."