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A Fabergé jewelled gold and enamel pendant watch, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, circa 1910
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- gold, enamel, diamonds, seed pearl
- length overall 35cm, 13 3/4 in.
the pendant enamelled in translucent royal blue over wavy engine-turning within rose-cut diamond and opaque white enamel borders, diamond-set suspension loop, the chain of blue enamel reeds with seed pearl terminals within gold links, struck with workmaster's initials, 56 standard
Condition
Excellent condition, with two areas of lacquer over the enamel presumably covering restoration. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the watch mechanism.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
For a similar example by Hollming, please see D. McFerrin, From a Snowflake to an Iceberg: The McFerrin Collection, 2013, p. 116.