Lot 490
  • 490

A Fabergé wood and enamel bell push with silver-gilt mounts, workmaster Victor Aarne, St Petersburg, 1899-1903

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver, gilding, wood, garnet
  • diameter: 5.9cm, 2 3/8 in.
circular, the cabochon garnet thumbpiece centring a peak of translucent powder blue enamel over concentric engine-turned bands, the wood border with chased leaf and berry and floral swag bands, struck with workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 6117

Condition

Genreally good condition. Some of the mounts loose in places
"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."