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A Fabergé two-colour enamel, silver-gilt and seed pearl clock, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver, enamel, seed pearl, ivory
- height: 14.9cm, 5 7/8 in.
upright rectangular form, the central panel of translucent scarlet red enamel over engine-turned swags within a beaded border, the dial of white enamel painted with Arabic numberals within a seed pearl-set bezel, the outer panel of transulcent apple green enamel over engine-turned bands forming a diaper pattern, the frame of chased leaves with corner rosettes, the ribbon surmount suspending bound laurel swags, ivory back, scroll strut, struck with workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, 91 standard, scratched inventory number 23245
Provenance
Private Collection, Europe
Condition
Excellent condition, and a very handsome timepiece. There is an age crack to the ivory back, emanating from one of the screw holes, as is common. The clock mechanism seems to be in working order; it ticks when wound. However, Sotheby's does not guarantee the mechanism.
"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."