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A Fabergé silver-gilt and enamel cigarette case, workmaster August Hollming, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, gold, enamel
- width 9.4cm, 3 3/4 in.
the surfaces enamelled in translucent royal blue over wavy engine-turning, the lid inset with a gold rouble coin of Empress Catherine II dated 1779, rose-cut diamond-set thumbpiece, gilt interior, struck with workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 24809
Condition
Good condition. There is a loss to the enamel at the lower right corner of the back, down to the metal, approx 7mm at the widest. The base with minor surface scratches consistent with age and some use.
"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."