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A Fabergé silver-gilt and enamel table cigar box, Moscow, 1908-1917
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- 15.5 by 10.25 by 8.5cm, 6 1/8 by 4 by 3 3/8 in.
rectangular, the cover and the sides all similarly decorated with finely cast and chased Art Nouveau floral designs against an opaque royal blue enamel ground, marked K. Fabergé beneath the Imperial Warrant, with scratched inventory number 18714, 88 standard
Provenance
Sotheby's Geneva, 12 November 1987, Lot 506
Condition
The gilding on the exterior is almost completely worn. UV light reveals areas of restoration to the enamel throughout.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."