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A Fabergé gem-set carved hardstone and gilded silver box, Moscow, circa 1895
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- rhodonite, gilded silver, diamonds
- 1 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 3 1/2 in. (4.6 x 4.6 x 8.9 cm)
rectangular carved rhodonite box with gilded silver mounts, the slip on cover with fluted rim, the cover applied with diamond-set cypher NG beneath the Imperial crown, struck K. Fabergé in Cyrillic with Imperial warrant (cover) and with Cyrillic initials KF (rim), 84 standard
Condition
small wear to gilding, dent to one corner of cover
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.
Catalogue Note
The monogram on the box suggest that it might have belonged to Grand Duchess Nina Georgievna. The grand duchess was born in 1901, after this box was made, so the cypher might have been later applied.