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A Fabergé and a Russian gold-mounted carved hardstone pendant, circa 1900
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- nephrite, gold, enamel, diamonds, ruby
- Length of elephant 5/8 in. (1.6 cm)
the first carved as an elephant with diamond eyes, with saddle blanket in gold and translucent red enamel and gold suspension ring, with obscured maker's marks, 56 standard; the second carved as a frog, with ruby eyes, and a gold suspension ring, struck with Cyrillic initials KF, Moscow assayer's mark circa 1899-1908, 56 standard (2)
Condition
both in overall good condition; one of the elephant's eyes apparently reglued
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.
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.