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a Fabergé silver and translucent enamel photograph frame, Workmaster Johan Victor Aarne, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- marked with Cyrillic initials of workmaster, Fabergé in Cyrillic and 84 standard, also with scratched inventory number 8651. With dedicatory inscription in German across the top of the frame.
- 3 x 2 1/4 in.
- 7.6 x 5.7 cm
rectangular, enameled translucent lavender over a starburst pattern, the oval aperture surrounded by an applied wreath of laurel leaves tied with a bow knot, with sepia enameled portrait of a Naval officer, with gilded silver shaped strut and ivory back
Condition
close examination shows that the silver was once gilded; part of the laurel wreath repaired; the strut repaired
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.