8th Apr, 2021 10:30

The Silver Auction

 
  Lot 450
 

A RUSSIAN SILVER VODKA CUP, ALONG WITH A PAIR OF GRAPE SCISSORS

RUSSIAN SILVER VODKA CUP,
by Itska Lozinsky, the tapering circular bowl engraved with foliate spray, above a knopped stem and domed circular foot, 12.9cm high, 39g, along with a pair of late Victorian silver plated grape scissors, the naturalistically formed handles cast with foxes, with original fitted case (2)

 

A condition report is offered as an indication of any issues visible to the naked eye. As none of our staff is a professional conservator or restorer, buyers must satisfy themselves in respect of condition. The condition report does not form part of any contract between McTear's and the buyer, and all lots are offered "as is" in accordance with our Terms of Business available on our website.

 

Sold for £90
Estimated at £70 - £90


Condition Report


  • Grape scissors in good to fair overall condition, signs of wear consistent with age. Scratches to scissor blades and plate worn away to sections of blades.

  • Scissor action functions as intended. Movement slightly more stiff when the scissors are open to the fullest, and move more smoothly as the scissors close.

  • Additional photographs added 

 
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