323 - RUSSIAN SILVER AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SALT CELLAR ‘WITHOUT SALT AND BREAD, ONLY HALF A MEAL’

RUSSIAN SILVER AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SALT CELLAR ‘WITHOUT SALT AND BREAD, ONLY HALF A MEAL’ Russia, late 19th century decorated with polychrome cloisonné enamel geometric and floral motifs, the upper rim inscribed in Cyrillic ‘Bez soli, bez khleba — polovina obeda’ (‘Without salt and bread, only half a meal’) Hallmarks: 84 silver standard, assay and maker’s marks (partially legible). silver, cloisonné ename H. 5 cm, D. 8.5 cm gross weight: 151 g Upon the buyer’s request, we are pleased to provide a general condition report for the Lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to conduct their own inspection or consult a specialist or restorer of their choice for a comprehensive professional assessment. Any condition descriptions provided in the catalogue or through any correspondence are for guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for a firsthand evaluation. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’ IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.