Lot 461
  • 461

An impressive Fabergé silver flatware service, Moscow, 1908-1917

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver
  • length of ladle: 31.3cm, 12 1/4 in.; length of dinner knives: 27cm, 10 5/8 in.
comprising: twenty-four tablespoons, twenty-four demi-tasse spoons, twenty-four dessert spoons, twenty-four teaspoons, twenty-four forks, twenty-four dessert forks, twenty-four table knives, twenty-four dessert knives, one serving spoon, one soup ladle and one fish-slice, the spatulate handles chased with foliate scrolls and rocaille ornament, struck K. Fabergé beneath the Imperial Warrant, 84 standard

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, 10 June 1985, lot 489

Condition

Some minor wear to the blades of the knives as expected with use. Otherwise in very good overall 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."