Lot 68
  • 68

A LARGE FABERGÉ SILVER AND CUT GLASS COVERED EWER, MOSCOW, 1898-1914 |

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description

  • height 37.5cm, 14 3/4 in.
tapering cylindrical form, the glass cut with ellipses on star burst background, the neck applied with rosettes, hinged lid, the finial as a pomegranate, struck K.Fabergé in Cyrillic beneath the Imperial Warrant, 84 standard

Condition

Very good overall condition. Several surface scratches consistent with use and age. Several minor chips to the foot. Gilding very slightly worn on the border, consistent with use. Legible marks on the neck and under the cover rim. Impressive size Très bon état général. Quelques griffures d’usage. Quelques très légers éclats sur le pied. Légers frottements d'usage à la dorure sur les bords. Poinçons lisibles sur le col et à l'intérieur du couvercle. Format imposant.
"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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