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A Fabergé Gold, Diamond, Chalcedony, and Rock Crystal Oval Box, Workmaster Michael Perchin, St. Petersburg, circa 1899-1903
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- marked with workmaster's initials and 56 standard
- Rock crystal, chalcedony, gold, diamonds
- Height 2 1/2 in.
- 6.4 cm
the carved rock crystal box of oval shape, the body engraved with a design of foliate swags and a laurel wreath hanging from bow knots, the hinged gold cover pierced and set with foliate swags studded with diamonds, the top inset with a polished chalcedony plaque, the rim set with rose-cut diamonds
Provenance
Wartski, London
Literature
For a similar rock crystal box by Perchin in the collection of HRH Princess Benedikte of Denmark, see Géza von Habsburg, ed., Fabergé-Cartier. Rivalen am Zarenhof, Munich, 2003, no. 21, p. 153.
Condition
overall good condition; the gold mounts would benefit from professional cleaning
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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.