Lot 573
- 573
An Imperial Presentation Fabergé silver cigarette case, workmaster Anders Nevalainen, St Petersburg, dated 1902
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Silver, gold, rubies
- width 10.4cm, 4 1/8 in.
the surface cast with banded reeds, the lid applied with gold cypher MN for Grand Duke Michael Nikolaevich (1832-1909), the base with further initials, the end with vesta compartment, the back with tinder cord channel, cabochon ruby thumbpiece, gilt interior, the interior of the lid engraved in Russian 'Manoeuvres near Kursk/ in 1902', struck with workmaster's initials and K.Fabergé in Cyrillic beneath the Imperial Warrant, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 9191 or 1616
Condition
Surface nicks and scratches overall, there is some lifting at the hinged panels on the lid.
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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."