Lot 538
  • 538

A Fabergé silver and guilloché enamel desk clock, workmaster: Michael Perchin, St Petersburg, 1899-1908

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description

  • height: 10.6cm., 4 1/4 in
circular, in green translucent enamel over a wavy engine-turned ground, gold openwork handles and ivory back, the silver clock back inscribed: Souvenir de 1900 / de la part des amis Fabergé, marked Fabergé with workmasters initials, 88 standard

Condition

Very light pitting to the enamel and a scratch to the glass clockface. The ivory is cracked on the reverse in 5 places. In overall good condition for its age.
"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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