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A Fabergé jewelled gold and enamel vanity case, workmaster August Hollming, St Petersburg, 1899-1904
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver, gold, enamel, diamond
- width: 10.2cm, 4in.
the reeded ends flanking a central band of royal blue enamel over wavy diaper engine-turning within two-colour gold chased leaf borders, rose-cut diamond-set pushpiece and thumbpiece, the interior fitted with four compartments, three of which lidded, divided by a hinged mirrored panel, struck with workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, 72 and 88 standards, French import mark
Condition
The base has been re-enamelled; the colour is well-matched and consistent, but the surface is uneven. There is an enamel loss at the front to the left of the pushpiece which has been poorly restored; this is visible in the catalogue photo. There is a smaller enamel loss at the back near the hinge.
Very good weight.
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"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."