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An Imperial Presentation Fabergé jewelled gold tie pin , workmaster Alfred Thielemann, St Petersburg, 1908-1911
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Gold, diamonds
- height 7cm, 2 3/4 in.
centred with a rose-cut diamond-set Imperial crown within an openwork frame of rose-cut and larger circular-cut diamonds, struck with workmaster's initials, 56 standard, scratched inventory number 2898, in original green leather presentation case, the lid with gilt and embossed Imperial eagle
Provenance
Purchased by the Imperial Cabinet on 13 May 1911 for 90 roubles
Condition
Excellent condition. The leather case with wear.
"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
Given the date of purchase, it is possible this tie pin was among the objects taken by Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna on her visit to England for the coronation on 22 June of her nephew, King George V, a journey which the Emperor was unable to undertake owing to the poor health of his wife.