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A Fabergé silver and enamel desk clock, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- diameter: 12cm, 4 3/4 in.
circular, the surface enamelled in translucent lilac over undulating sunburst engine-turning within leaf tip borders, the ivory back inscribed: Je vous les souhaite heureuses, silver strut, with workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, scratched inventory number 18(?)357, 88 standard
Condition
The enamel and silver mounts are in excellent condition, with very minor surface scratches. The strut is slightly bent and slightly loose at the hinge. The ivory back with splits and losses: one edge is lacking, approx. 6.8cm. The glass dome over the clock face with small scratches. The clock mechanism appears to be in working order. The enamel is an especially attractive colour.
"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."