Lot 67
- 67
A pair of Fabergé gold and carved hardstone cufflinks, workmaster Erik Kollin, St. Petersburg, 1899-1901
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- rhodonite, nephrite, gold
- width 7/8 in. (2.3 cm)
the links formed as a square of nephrite and a rhodonite disc with gold mounts and chains, struck with workmaster's initials, 56 standard, scratched inventory number 66472
Literature
S. Chestnykh, et al, Spala: Carska rezydencja-Tsarskaia rezidentsiia-An Imperial Residence, Warsaw, 2011, pp. 137.
Condition
overall good condition
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
These cufflinks were among the items from Fabergé to be taken on the Emperor's trip to the Imperial residence at Spala and abroad. See Chestnykh, op cit, pp. 136-137. Grand Duke Mikhail Alexandrovich, the emperor's younger brother, received a similar pair for his birthday. See Sotheby's London, 8 June 2011, lot 547.