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A Fabergé Imperial Presentation gold and diamond tie pin, workmaster Alfred Thielemann, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- length: 7.4cm, 2 7/8 in
circular, the frame formed by three filigree scroll ellipses within single- and circular-cut diamonds and centred by a diamond-set Imperial crown, in original fitted presentation case and accompanied by original presentation letter dated 20 March 1916, with workmaster's initials, 56 standard, French import marks
Provenance
Presented to Hubert Louveau by Alexander Izvolsky, Russian Ambassador to France, on behalf of Emperor Nicholas II in gratitude for M. Louveau having sent the emperor a book of poems and drawings done in collaboration with Charles Rocher.
Christie's Geneva, 11 November 1987, Lot 148
Condition
Excellent condition, with some nicks to post.
"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."