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Lot 450
  • 450

A Fabergé silver-mounted cut glass inkwell, Moscow, 1908-1917

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver, cut-glass
  • height 12.3cm, 5in.
the square well cut with ellipses of faceted stars, the domed hinged lid chased with a border of ribbon-tied laurel and berries, the collar with anthemia, struck K.Fabergé in Cyrillic beneath the Imperial Warrant, scratched inventory number 35205

Condition

Scattered chips to the glass including one which extends approximately 15mm at right front corner edge
"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."