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A Fabergé Carved Striated Agate Figure of a She-Goat, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- With fitted holly wood box
- agate, diamonds
- Length 2 1/4 in.
- 5.7 cm
depicted standing, her head turned to the left and tail uplifted; with diamond eyes
Literature
Some of Fabergé's most charming miniature carved figures of animals are made from highly-figured agates often found in Russia's Ural Mountains. Stones were carefully selected so as to enliven the tiny creatures; the coloring of the stone suggesting the natural variations in fur, feathers, or hide. When combined with the lively and expressive carving, the variations from red to brown to grey add a convincing realism to this figure of a she-goat. For this figure, see A. Kenneth Snowman, The Art of Carl Fabergé, London, 1953, no. 210.
Condition
The back right leg broken and reglued.
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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.