Lot 589
- 589
A Fabergé Imperial jewelled silver-gilt and enamel pill box, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, 1904-1908
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- silver-gilt, enamel
- diameter 3.5cm, 1 1/2 in.
of circular cushion form, enamelled in translucent salmon pink over wavy engine-turning, the lid centred with a rose-cut diamond, laurel-chased border, struck with workmaster's initials, 91 standard, scratched inventory number 15907
Provenance
Purchased by Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna on 14 July 1908 for 85 roubles
Condition
There is an area of successful restoration to one side. There is an abrasion to the outer layers of enamel of the other side, approx. 1cm wide, not down to the metal. Crisp chasing.
"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."
"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."