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A Fabergé gold-mounted enamel frame, Moscow, circa 1895
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- gold, enamel, silver, ivory
- height: 10.3cm, 4 1/8 in.
of lozenge form, the surface of translucent pale purple enamel over engine-turned sunburst rays within a gold-dotted white opaque border, the oval aperture containing a miniature portrait of an officer painted on ivory, ivory back, gold scroll strut, struck KF in Cyrillic, 56 standard, scratched inventory number 13738
Provenance
Frederick Glyn, 4th Baron Wolverton (1864-1932), of Iwerne Minster, Dorset
Thence by descent
Condition
The enamel and gold frame are in excellent condition. The ivory miniature has cracked. The back lacking 5 (of 8) gold screws; losses to ivory at top and bottom points as is common. There is a split to the gold strut.
"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."
"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."