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A Fabergé silver four-piece travelling tea service, Moscow, 1896
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silver, wood, rope
- height of kettle on lampstand 9 1/2 in.
- 40 cm
comprising: teapot, creamer, open sugar bowl, and kettle on foliding lampstand (lacks lamp), all engraved with Cyrillic monogram under a crown, marked K Fabergé Cyrillic incuse with Imperial warrant, 84 standard
Provenance
The monogram NW is said to be that of a prince of the Volkonsky family.
Condition
hallmarks rubbed on several pieces but Fabergé mark clear, as noted re: lamp missing
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.