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TWO FABERGÉ GOLD AND GUILLOCHÉ ENAMEL EASTER EGG PENDANTS, ST. PETERSBURG |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- gold, enamel
- height 5/8 in., 1.5 cm
both enameled over engine-turned grounds, the first golden yellow over a hatched ground, Alfred Thielemann, circa 1900, 56 standard; the second pale lemon yellow over a wavy ground, Fedor Afanasiev, circa 1910, 56 standard
Condition
the Afanasiev egg with a small area of loss and repair to underside; both with some small wear 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.