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a russian gold and coral cameo necklace, Imperial Hardstone Manufactory and Edward Wilhelm Schramm, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- the gold clasp with maker's mark E.S. and 56 standard. Contained in original fitted leather case, the interior of the silk lining stamped in Cyrillic "Imperial Hardstone Manufactory, Peterhof"
- Length 18 in.
- 45.7 cm
comprising thirteen carved coral cameos of neoclassical female heads, interspaced by scrolling foliate gold mounts
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.
Catalogue Note
Edward Wilhelm Schramm was a well-known supplier to houses such as Fabergé and Bolin. For a diamond and sapphire set, gold bracelet and brooch by Schramm retailed by Bolin, see Géza von Habsburg, et al, Fabergé: Imperial Craftsman and His World, London, 2000, p. 288, fig. 1.