Decorative Arts Auction

June 13, 2012

LOT 136

Lot 136

Nicholas I Russian Imperial Porcelain Bowl, c.1840

Nicholas I Russian Imperial Porcelain Bowl, c.1840
Lot 136 Details
Nicholas I Russian Imperial Porcelain Bowl, c.1840

decorated with raised blue cabochons on a gilt ground
height 3.5" — 9 cm., diameter 7.2" — 18.4 cm.
incised 4.5., printed cipher mark in blue

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $3,360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Nicholas I Russian Imperial Porcelain Bowl, c.1840
  • Nicholas I Russian Imperial Porcelain Bowl, c.1840

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor wear to gilding at edge of rim; small firing crack (about 3 mm) at rim is not significant; otherwise substantially in good condition; with later wood stand

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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