拍品 55
- 55
A RUSSIAN NICKEL SILVER FIGURAL BEER OR MEAD SERVER, PROBABLY KOLCHUGIN WORKS, TULA, LATE 19TH CENTURY |
估價
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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描述
- nickel silver
- height 11 3/4 in., 29.8 cm
chased in imitation of a beer or mead barrel, the vessel being carried by two muzhiks, the finial on the slip-on lid formed as a bottle, the tap and spigot cast with wheat sheaves, the underside stamped (Cyrillic) Melkhior beneath Imperial warrant and Tula
Condition
overall excellent condition, some small wear
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.