A SILVER-GILT TROMPE-L'OEIL FIGURAL INKSTAND, TIMOFEI NIKOLAEV, ST PETERSBURG, 1884
A SILVER-GILT TROMPE-L'OEIL FIGURAL INKSTAND, TIMOFEI NIKOLAEV, ST PETERSBURG, 1884
formed as two traditional cottages separated by a picket fence and a shed enclosing a cart, the surfaces finely engraved to imitate wood, brick, or grass; the cottage roofs serving as detachable covers and concealing glass liners, raised on a shaped oval base with scalloped foot, struck on the base with maker's initials, 84 standard; with original fitted case
length of base 16.9 cm, 6⅝in.
Condition Report:
Overall in very good condition and finely detailed, with minor time wear, as expected. The glass inkpot liner possible replaced.
"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."
Provenance:
Sotheby's London, 16 April 2013, lot 142
View it on
Sale price
Estimate
Time, Location
Auction House
A SILVER-GILT TROMPE-L'OEIL FIGURAL INKSTAND, TIMOFEI NIKOLAEV, ST PETERSBURG, 1884
formed as two traditional cottages separated by a picket fence and a shed enclosing a cart, the surfaces finely engraved to imitate wood, brick, or grass; the cottage roofs serving as detachable covers and concealing glass liners, raised on a shaped oval base with scalloped foot, struck on the base with maker's initials, 84 standard; with original fitted case
length of base 16.9 cm, 6⅝in.
Condition Report:
Overall in very good condition and finely detailed, with minor time wear, as expected. The glass inkpot liner possible replaced.
"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."
Provenance:
Sotheby's London, 16 April 2013, lot 142