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A burr wood cigarette case with jewelled and enamelled gold mount, Probably Fabergé, circa 1915
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- diamonds, enamel, burlwood,
- width 10.2cm, 4in.
the lid applied with a gold poltina coin (1777-1778) of Empress Catherine II, part-enamelled in translucent red within a rose-cut diamond-set border, with vesta compartment and tinder cord, the inside of the lid with inlaid inscription 'fred' and date 1914/15, apparently unmarked
Condition
Generally good condition, the striker plate lacking, the tinder cord pole lacking its top, the tinder cord fraying, some abrasion to the tarnish at the thumbpiece, the vesta compartment lid sticks.
"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."