Lot 359
  • 359

A FABERGÉ SILVER-GILT AND ENAMEL DESK CLOCK, MOSCOW, CIRCA 1900 |

Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • diameter 10.5cm, 4 1/8 in.
capstan-shaped, enamelled in pale translucent lavender over a fish-scale engine-turned ground, the clock with white opaque enamel face, black Arabic chapters, pierced gold hands, and beaded bezel, the base with a border of a ribbon-tied laurel wreath, raised on ring foot, struck K. Fabergé in Cyrillic under the Imperial warrant, with later French import mark

Condition

In excellent condition, with only several minor scratches to the glass. The underside with some scratces due to screw removal. Please note that Sotheby's does not gurantee the mechanism.
"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."