Lot 359
  • 359

A Fabergé silver-gilt, enamel and wood frame, workmaster Anders Nevalainen, St Petersburg, 1908-1917

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver, enamel, wood, glass
  • diameter 20.3cm, 8in.
circular, the beaded bezel within translucent peach-coloured enamel over moiré engine-turning, bound reed border, wood surround, back and strut, struck with workmaster's initials and K.Fabergé in Cyrillic, 91 standard, scratched inventory number 15991

Provenance

Sotheby's Geneva, 17-19 May 1994, lot 243

Condition

The enamel in perfect order. The wood with minor scratches. The back with three screws missing and splits at the base, as expected.
"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.
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