Jan 30, 2019 10:00 EST
English & Continental Furniture / Old Masters/Russian Works of Art
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Russian Silver-Gilt Salt Throne
Maker's mark Cyrillic A.S., possibly for Alexei Stepanov, Moscow, 1883
In the form of an izbushka, on bracket feet, the back formed as a gabled timber wall centering a window, the trapezoidal base and hinged seat engraved with geometric motifs. Height 6 3/4 inches (17.1 cm), approximately 13.3 ounces (412 grams).
Provenance:
Sotheby's, London, June 8, 2011, lot 461.
Sold for $4,688
Estimated at $1,200 - $1,800
Includes Buyer's Premium
Russian Silver-Gilt Salt Throne
Maker's mark Cyrillic A.S., possibly for Alexei Stepanov, Moscow, 1883
In the form of an izbushka, on bracket feet, the back formed as a gabled timber wall centering a window, the trapezoidal base and hinged seat engraved with geometric motifs. Height 6 3/4 inches (17.1 cm), approximately 13.3 ounces (412 grams).
Provenance:
Sotheby's, London, June 8, 2011, lot 461.
In good condition. Light surface wear, scratches and minor bruises in areas; gilding lightly rubbed; trim on top edge missing pin on reverse (on one corner) and is slightly loose.
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Auction: English & Continental Furniture / Old Masters/Russian Works of Art, Jan 30, 2019
