Decorative Arts & Design

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January 30, 2020 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 40

Lot 40

Russian Engraved and Nielloed Silver Rectangular Snuff Box, Moscow, 1846

Russian Engraved and Nielloed Silver Rectangular Snuff Box, Moscow, 1846
Lot 40 Details
Russian Engraved and Nielloed Silver Rectangular Snuff Box, Moscow, 1846

1.1 x 3.4 x 1.5 in — 2.8 x 8.6 x 3.7 cm
3.4 oz. — 106 grams
maker's marks (cyrillic) VY., assaymaster Andrei Kovalsky

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $510
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Russian Engraved and Nielloed Silver Rectangular Snuff Box, Moscow, 1846
  • Russian Engraved and Nielloed Silver Rectangular Snuff Box, Moscow, 1846
Provenance:

Van Hall Collection, Victoria, BC

CONDITION DETAILS

A little wear to the underside; otherwise in substantially good condition; well marked inside the base and the cover, and with a Dutch tax mark

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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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