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A Fabergé silver-gilt and enamel cigarette case, workmaster Feodor Afanassiev, dated 1903
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- silver-gilt, enamel
- length 3 5/8 in.
- 9.2 cm
the surfaces enamelled overall in translucent white over moiré engine-turning, with sapphire thumbpiece, the interior inscribed in Italian 'To my dear friend and companion / G. Starita / your grateful student / Paolo Rodzanko / 1903, Rome', struck with workmaster's initials, Fabergé in Cyrillic, 88 standard
Condition
enamel abraded to one spot at front of base and not noticeably at two corners, otherwise good
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.