Lot 406
- 406
A Fabergé two-colour gold scent flacon, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, 1911
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Gold
- height: 8.3cm, 3 1/4 in.
of tapering cylindrical form, the sides, base and hinged lid of alternating bands of yellow and rose gold engine-turned with waves, pendant loop, struck with workmaster's initials, 72 standard, scratched inventory number 21918, London import marks for Fabergé, 1911
Literature
For the 1912 drawing of this object, please see U. Tillander-Godenhielm et al., Golden Years of Fabergé: Drawings and Objects from the Wigström Workshop, 2000, A La Vieille Russie and Alain de Gourcuff Editeur, p. 156. The drawing appears on a page of scent bottles of varying forms.
Condition
Very good condition with a small number of minor surface abrasions. Tiny loss at hinge. Nice weight and good overall effect.
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"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."