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Two Russian silver-gilt and niello figural snuffboxes and a beaker, late 18th - early 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silver-gilt, niello
- height of 2 3/4 in.
- 7 cm
the first snuffbox with harvest scene on cover, landscape on base, gold thumbpiece, unidentified master A.D, Moscow, second quarter 19th century; the second with warrior and lion before a king and queen, the base with couple in stag-drawn chariot, indistinctly marked, probably late 18th century; the beaker with checkered sides, unidentified master A*B, Moscow, 1864; all 84 standard. Together with a monogrammed silver beaker, Mayerhofer, Vienna, 1828, and a niello desk seal, probably German, 5 pieces.
Condition
good condition
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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.