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A Fabergé Gem-Set Carved Bowenite, Gold and Enamel Parasol Handle, Workmaster Michael Perchin, St. Petersburg, circa 1890
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- marked with workmaster's initials and 56 standard
- Bowenite, gold, enamel, garnets
- Length 3 1/4 in.
- 8.3 cm
the Y-shaped handle carved from bowenite with scrolling tips, mounted with collar enameled translucent oyster over a wavy guilloché ground, with a band of cabochon garnets
Provenance
Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, December 13 and 14, 1977, lot 366.
Christie's, New York, March 14, 1984, lot 454.
Christie's, New York, March 14, 1984, lot 454.
Condition
some small scratches to bowenite handle and a small chip to enamel
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.