Lot 445
  • 445

A Fabergé silver-mounted ceramic pot, workmaster Anna Ringe, St Petersburg, 1899-1908

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • silver, ceramics
  • height 4.8cm, 1 3/4 in.
cylindrical with rounded shoulder, the surface with glossy azure-coloured glaze, chased leaf tip rim mount, struck with workmaster's initials, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 12281, the base with impressed numbers I/6/1327/99/8

Condition

Excellent condition. Small traces of glue around the silver rim, possibly having been re-attached.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Catalogue Note

For impressed ceramic marks similar to those of the present lot, please see the pot which sold, Sotheby's London, 1 December 2010, lot 485, and the vase which sold, Sotheby's Geneva, 16-17 November 1998, lot 293, both also mounted by Anna Ringe.