OVCHINNIKOV SILVER-MOUNTED ONYX SMOKING COMPENDIUM Marked Ovichinnikov with the Imperial Warrant, St Petersburg, circa 1890

comprising a tray, ashtray, matchbox holder, matchstick holder and candle holder Hallmarks: maker's mark in Cyrillic of Ovchinnikov beneath the Imperial Warrant, 84 silver standard, coat of arms of St Petersburg. engraved with initials ‘AR’ in Cyrillic, e inscribed '1891 XXV 1916'. silver and onyx Tray W. 36 cm Candle holder: H. 14 cm, weight 635 gr. matchbox holder : H. 12cm, weight 535 gr. Matchstick holder: H. 9 cm, weight 357 gr. 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.