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A Fabergé gem-set gilded silver and enamel vanity case, workmaster August Hollming, St. Petersburg, 1899-1908
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- gilded silver, enamel, chrysoprase, mirror
- Width 3 1/2 in. (8.7 cm)
rounded rectangular, enameled transparent royal blue over a sunburst guilloché ground, cabochon chrysoprase thumbpieces, suspension ring, the interior divided with compartments for lipstick and powder with a swinging mirror opening to reveal a second compartment, struck with workmaster's initials, Fabergé in Cyrillic, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 11723
Condition
bright and modern, the exterior skillfully reenameled, with some interior scratching to compartments 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.