of baluster form, repoussé with rocaille swirls within leaf-bound reed borders, the handles of ribbon-bound stems with acanthus leaf brackets, the circular plinth on leaf scroll feet with floral garlands, pierced cartouche-form tap, ivory insulators and knops, gilt interior, struck K.Fabergé in Cyrillic beneath the Imperial Warrant, 84 standard

Very good condition. The body with a few minor dents and scratches, particularly to the reverse. The tap handle lacking pin and the pipe possible lacking lid.
"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."

For a nearly identical example, also produced in Fabergé's Moscow workshops, please see Sotheby's New York, 17 June 1982, lot 245.