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A Fabergé Nephrite, Diamond-Set Varicolor Gold and Enamel Paper Knife, Workmaster Michael Perchin, St. Petersburg, circa 1890
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- marked with workmaster's initials. Also with scratched inventory number 47210. With fitted wood box.
- Nephrite, gold, diamonds, enamel
- Length 5 1/8 in.
- 13 cm
of tapering form, the carved nephrite blade mounted in gold and enameled opaque white relieved by incised lines of red and green gold, the collar set with diamonds
Provenance
A la Vieille Russie, New York
Condition
overall good condition; some minor scratches 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.