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A FABERGÉ JEWELED VARICOLOR GOLD AND GUILLOCHÉ ENAMEL MINIATURE FRAME, WORKMASTER JOHAN VIKTOR AARNE, ST. PETERSBURG, 1899-1904 |
Estimate
22,000 - 28,000 USD
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Description
- gold, enamel, diamond, pearls, glass, silk, mother of pearl
- height 2 3/8 in., 6 cm
the domed rectangular frame on bracket feet, enameled in translucent red enamel over a wavy engine-turned ground, the square aperture set with half pearls, applied with varicolor gold scrolls and a ribbon-tied wreath centered with a diamond, the mother of pearl back with hinged scrolling gilt strut, struck with workmaster's initials, Fabergé in Cyrillic, 56 standard, scratched inventory number 8509
Condition
overall excellent condition; attractive and slightly unusual shade of enamel
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.