- 549
A Fabergé enamel cigarette case, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, 1908-1910
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver, enamel
- width 8.5cm, 3 3/8 in.
the surface enamelled in translucent rose Pompadour over moiré engine-turning, bead-and-spindle borders, rose-cut diamond-set thumbpiece, the gilt interior later engraved in French 'the most gracious tribute of admiration/ Jean/ Paris April 1924', struck with workmaster's initials and Fabergé, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 21437, London import marks for Fabergé, 1910
Provenance
Purchased by Mr Nikipoulo at Fabergé's London branch, 7 December 1911
Condition
The surface lacquered over restorations to the sides and front and along one side of the lid.
"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."