Lot 485
  • 485

A Fabergé silver-mounted ceramic pot, St Petersburg, 1899-1904

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver
  • height: 5.9cm, 2 1/4 in.
the rim applied with floral festoons hung from a band of entrelac, green-glazed earthenware pot, struck with workmaster's initials AR, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 6885, in original Fabergé fitted wood case

Condition

The glaze with one chip at base, approx. 2mm. Otherwise in excellent 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."

Catalogue Note

For another silver-mounted ceramic object, also with workmaster's initials AR, please see Sotheby's Geneva, 16-17 November 1998, lot 293.