拍品 358
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A FABERGÉ GOLD-MOUNTED ENAMEL CLOCK, WORKMASTER HENRIK WIGSTRÖM, ST. PETERSBURG, 1903-1908 |

估價
60,000 - 80,000 GBP
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描述

  • width 11.6cm, 4 1/2 in.
rectangular form, the central panel of translucent violet enamel over wavy engine-turned ground within a beaded border,  the dial of white enamel painted with Arabic numerals within a seed pearl-set bezel, the outer panel of translucent oyster-white enamel over engine-turned waves, the frame of chased leaves, the ribbon surmount suspending bound laurel swags, ivory back, scroll strut, struck with workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, 56 standard, scratched inventory number 10565 or 19565

Condition

Overall in very good condition; the enamel with minor time wear. The glass dial cover with minor damage along the edges. The dial with some dust trapped inside; the ivory back with a crack across the whole surface, a minor crack to the lower left corner and a small loss to the lower right corner. 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."