Lot 480
  • 480

A Fabergé silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel kovsh, workmaster Feodor Rückert, Moscow, 1899-1908

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver,enamel
  • length: 8.3cm, 3 1/4 in.
the bowl and hook handle decorated with shaded leaf scrolls and cloison coil flowerheads on green, brown and black grounds, struck K.Fabergé in Cyrillic beneath the Imperial Warrant, overstriking workmaster's initials, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 22976

Condition

Excellent condition, with only tiny enamel losses.
"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."

Catalogue Note

For a similar example by the same maker, please see Christie's Geneva, 12 May 1981, lot 20.