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A Fabergé Silver Inkwell and Pen Stand, Workmaster Julius Rappoport, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- marked with Cyrillic initials of workmaster, Fabergé in Cyrillic with Imperial warrant and 88 standard, also with scratched inventory number 14176
- Length of base 8 in.
- 20.3 cm
in Neo-Classical style, the body of the hexagonal inkwell chased with a pattern of wreaths and swags between two tripods, the hinged lid with ribbon-tied wreaths on alternating panels and a pinecone finial, the interior gilded, the rectangular base set with two stands chased with floral decoration, the stepped base finely chased with repeating leaf and berry patterns, set on four paw feet, with presentation inscription and date 1914
Condition
overall good condition
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.