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A Carved Rock Crystal and Gold-Mounted Rabbit Head Parasol Handle, circa 1900
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- the gold collar marked with the Cyrillic initials MP, apparently for Michael Perchin, and 56 standard
- Rock crystal, gold, brass, diamonds, rubies
- Height of handle 2 1/4 in.
- 5.7 cm
handle terminal with carved crystal head of a rabbit set with red cabochon stone eyes, the gold collar cut with horizontal lines relieved by circles, between bands of rose diamonds and rubies, now mounted as a paper knife
Condition
Overall good condition
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.