L11116

/

Lot 582
  • 582

A Fabergé jewelled gold and hardstone fob seal, workmaster Michael Perchin, St Petersburg, 1895-1899

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gold, hardstone, diamonds, rubies
  • width: 3cm, 1 1/8 in.
the bloodstone cut with three matrices and rotating within two pink gold dolphins, their tails bound with a band of rose-cut diamonds, their eyes set with cabochon rubies, struck with workmaster's initials, 56 standard

Provenance

Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovich (1878-1918)

Condition

Excellent condition apart from two diamonds lacking.
"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."