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Ferdinand I, Tsar of Bulgaria: A jewelled silver cigarette case, Friedlaender, Berlin, 1908-1917
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- width: 8.2cm, 3 1/4 in.
the surface engraved to simulate wood grain, the lid inset with the cipher of Ferdinand I, Tsar of Bulgaria (1861-1948, r. 1908-17) in rubies, emeralds, and rose-cut diamonds, cabochon sapphire thumbpiece
Condition
Very good condition. Very minor surface scratches. Slight lid closure gap to right side.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Ferdinand I was a cousin of Grand Duchess Maria Pavlovna, who admired his "instinct for greatness". When she and Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovich visited Sofia in 1917, Ferdinand asked her to help him find a second wife. She obliged by convincing her close friend and another cousin, Princess Eleanore of Reuss-Köstritz, to marry him the following year (see S. Constant, Foxy Fredinand: Tsar of Bulgaria, 1980, pp. 250-1).