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A Fabergé Silver and Matte Enamel Charka, Moscow, 1908-1911
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gilded silver, enamel, seed pearls
- Length over Handle 4 in.; 10.2 cm
tapering cylindrical, enamelled in dark blue matte and set with pearl "snowflakes" in imitation of embroidery, the handle set with a 1762 coin of Catherine the Great, raised on four ball feet, the interior gilded, struck K. Fabergé in Cyrillic and Imperial Warrant, 88 standard, and with scratched inventory number 31046, also engraved in Cyrillic 6 February 1911
Condition
very attractive and good condition, some small surface wear or discoloration to matte enamel surface near base and with some discoloration of several pearls
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.