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A Fabergé gold business card case, workmaster August Hollming, St. Petersburg, 1908-1917
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gold, diamonds
- length 3 3/8 in. (8.5 cm)
of rose gold, rounded rectangular, decorated with engraved bands, the hinge with spring to automatically shut the case after opening, with two diamond-set thumbpieces, the interior with later inscription, struck with workmaster's initials, Fabergé in Cyrillic, 56 standard, scratched inventory number 23958
Condition
extremely fine and delicate; the mechanism in excellent condition, overall very good condition, a few scattered surface scratches consistent with age
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.