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A pair of Russian gold, diamond and sapphire cufflinks, Vladimir Finikov, St. Petersburg, circa 1895
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- gold, sapphires, diamonds
- length 1 1/4 in., 3.2 cm
the fluted, graduated gold links with diamonds and sapphires, 56 standard
Condition
some small surface wear to links consistent with age and use
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.
Catalogue Note
Vladimir Yakovlevich Finikov was Court Jeweler Bolin's unofficial "chief jeweler" in St. Petersburg and worked on a number of important court commissions. Fabergé workmaster Michael Perchin married Finikov's daughter Tatiana in 1884 and it is believed that part of his training was carried out unofficially in Finikov's workshop. See V. Skurlov, T. Fabergé et al., Mikhail Perkhin. Iuvelir firmy Faberzhe, St. Petersburg, 2011, pp. 17-18.