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A Russian gold and transparent enamel Easter egg pendant and varicolor gold bracelet, St. Petersburg
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- gold, enamel
- height of egg pendant 5/8 in., 1.5 cm
the egg enameled steel grey over an engine-turned ground, engraved and set with the date 1901 and the Latin initials RF, maker's mark obscured, 56 standard; held on a varicolor gold bracelet with guard, unrecorded maker D.Ch., 56 standard, 1908-1917
Provenance
Ex coll. Lansdell K. Christie (1903-1965)
Condition
some wear to enamel near suspension ring
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
The Latin initials RF probably stand for République Française; the egg was probably intended as a commemorative gift during the Imperial family's state visit to Dunkurque, Compiègne, Reims and Paris, France from September 18 to 21, 1901.