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A Fabergé Imperial Presentation Carved Moss Agate Bonbonnière with Diamond and Gold Mounts, Workmaster Michael Perchin, St. Petersburg, circa 1890
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- marked with workmaster's initials, Fabergé in Cyrillic (partially obscured), and 56 standard. Also with scratched inventory number 60117. With fitted box.
- moss agate, gold, diamonds
- Diameter 1 1/2 in.
- 3.8 cm
of compressed circular form, with gold mounts, the hinged cover set with diamonds in pattern of scrolls around the edge
Provenance
Emperor Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra Feodorovna purchased this bonbonnière together on August 11, 1898. The bill for 145 rubles was split between their accounts. We are grateful to Tatiana Fabergé and Svetlana Chestnykh for assistance in cataloging this lot.
Condition
overall good condition; the mounts of the gemstones would benefit from cleaning. Some evidence of gilding on the (silver) mounts
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.