Decorative Arts & Design

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October 05, 2023 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 50

Lot 50

Russian Silver Bear on a Pine Tree Handled Paper Knife, St. Petersburg, c.1899-1903

Russian Silver Bear on a Pine Tree Handled Paper Knife, St. Petersburg, c.1899-1903
Lot 50 Details
Russian Silver Bear on a Pine Tree Handled Paper Knife, St. Petersburg, c.1899-1903

length 10 in — 25.5 cm
7.3 oz. — 226 grams
maker's mark (cyrillic) PV, assaymaster Yakov Lyapunov

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $461.25
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Russian Silver Bear on a Pine Tree Handled Paper Knife, St. Petersburg, c.1899-1903
  • Russian Silver Bear on a Pine Tree Handled Paper Knife, St. Petersburg, c.1899-1903
  • Russian Silver Bear on a Pine Tree Handled Paper Knife, St. Petersburg, c.1899-1903

CONDITION DETAILS

Burred at the tip of the blade; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked on the underside of the blade

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  • 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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