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A Gold and Topaz Portrait Brooch
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- the gold mount marked with Cyrillic initials MP, apparently for Michael Perchin, St. Petersburg and 56 standard
- Gold, topaz, rose diamonds
- Height 1 1/8 in.
- 2.8 cm
the gold intaglio profile portrait of Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra mounted below a portrait cut topaz surrounded by rose diamonds, the gold mount decorated with splayed, double-headed eagles and surmounted by a crown
Condition
the gold mount possibly by Fabergé workmaster Michael Perchin with the addition of the gold intaglio and crown
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.