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A FABERGÉ GOLD-MOUNTED SILVER-GILT AND ENAMEL CIGARETTE CASE, WORKMASTER AUGUST HOLLMING, ST. PETERSBURG, 1908-1916 |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- width 8.6cm, 3 3/8 in.
the rounded rectangular body enamelled in translucent oyster white over wavy engine-turning within reeded gold borders, with a gold thumbpiece set with rose-cut diamonds, struck with workmaster's initials and Faberge in Cyrillic, 88 standard
Condition
Overall in very good condition, with a handful of enamel loss spots to the sides; the overall enamel surfaces with some shallow nicks and scratches.
"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."