Decorative Arts Auction

December 07, 2015

LOT 254

Lot 254

Russian Silver-Gilt Sugar Basket and Sifting Ladle, Pavel Sazikov, St. Petersburg, 1885

Russian Silver-Gilt Sugar Basket and Sifting Ladle, Pavel Sazikov, St. Petersburg, 1885
Lot 254 Details
Russian Silver-Gilt Sugar Basket and Sifting Ladle, Pavel Sazikov, St. Petersburg, 1885

with swing handle, engraved with a cyrillic inscription and scrollwork medallions between narrow borders
height 5.9" — 15 cm., diameter 6.1" — 15.5 cm.
21.2 oz. — 658 grams

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $3,120
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with monogram CK; in good condition; well marked under the base and inside handle; ladle with maker’s mark KC

LOT 254
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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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