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Hermitage Fine Art

325 - IMPERIAL WRITING PAPER AND BLOTTING PAPER FEATURING THE COAT…
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Estimate €1,000 - €1,200
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Description
IMPERIAL WRITING PAPER AND BLOTTING PAPER FEATURING THE COAT OF ARMS OF GRAND DUCHESS OLGA ALEXANDROVNA IMPERIAL RUSSIA, 1910s Rectangular stationery and blotting paper set, with a green velvet cover richly embroidered with gold thread. The design features the imperial monogram ‘OA’ of Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna, surmounted by the Russian imperial crown and framed by two branches, one of oak and the other of laurel. In Russian military symbolism, the oak evokes strength and steadfastness, whilst the laurel celebrates glory and victory. This iconography may be linked to the Grand Duchess’s appointment in 1901 as commander (honorary) of the 12th Akhtyrka Hussar Regiment, whose regimental emblems made extensive use of these heraldic attributes. 26.6 × 36.7 cm At the buyer’s request, we shall be happy to provide a general report on the condition of the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise potential buyers to carry out their own inspection or to consult a specialist of their choice to obtain a full assessment of the lot’s condition. Descriptions of items provided in the catalogue or by correspondence are for information purposes only and should not be regarded as a definitive assessment. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION REGARDING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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About the sale DESIGN & JEWELLERY: Jewellery, curios, timepieces, European and Russian silverware, porcelain, Chanel & Hermès handbags, luxury fashion, furniture and design
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Auction time 07/15/2026 at 2:30 PM
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