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A Fabergé nephrite repeating carriage clock with silver-gilt mounts, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description
- height: 12.8cm, 5in.
in neoclassical taste, the stone panels set into acanthus leaf-chased frame, the front and sides applied with laurel swags, white guilloché enamel dial with Arabic numerals, the gong-striking Drocourt movement numbered: 35574, ratchet tooth lever escapement, striking on the hour and half hour, struck with workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, scratched inventory number 25685, 91 standard, with original winding key also numbered: 35574
Condition
Excellent condition overall. The nephrite is near perfect. The silver mounts with very minor nicks. The movement is not in running condition and requires service.
"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."