Lot 581
  • 581

A Fabergé silver-mounted nephrite Preferans scoring set, workmaster Victor Aarne, St Petersburg, 1899-1908

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description

  • length of chalk holders: 6cm, 2 3/8 in.
comprising four chalk holders and four brush holders, the silver mounts with chased laurel and bound reed borders, struck with workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, scratched inventory number 6685, 88 standard, in original Fabergé fitted wood case

Condition

Generally in very good condition, no issues with the nephrite or silver. The brushes are lacking; breaks to original chalk. The case with some time wear.
"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

Compare with the similar silver-mounted rhodonite set by Julius Rappaport, currently on exhibition, "At the Russian Court," Hermitage Amsterdam.