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A Fabergé purpurine, enamel and silver-gilt parasol handle, workmaster Hjalmar Armfeldt, St Petersburg, circa 1910
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- length 5.3cm, 2 1/8 in.
spherical handle, the collar of translucent apple green enamel stripes over hatched engine-turning, scooping beaded border, struck with partial workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, 88 standard, scratched inventory numbers 22134 and 10054(?), the latter lined through
Condition
Generally good condition. One enamel stripe with an enamel loss, approx. 3mm x 4mm, mostly shallow but part of which goes down to the metal. The glass with minor surface nicks and scratches 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. 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."