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A Fabergé Diamond-Set Carved Lapis Lazuli, Gold and Enamel Parasol Handle, Workmaster Henrik Wigström, St. Petersburg, circa 1910
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- marked with workmaster's initials and 56 standard, also with scratched inventory number 20135
- Lapis lazuli, gold, enamel, diamonds
- Height 2 1/4 in.
- 5.7 cm
the ovoid handle carved of lapis lazuli, mounted with a collar within two bands of rose-cut diamonds and enameled with opaque white enamel en champlevé
Literature
Ulla Tillander-Godenhielm, et al, Golden Years of Fabergé: Drawings and Objects from the Wigström Workshop, Graulhet, 2000, p. 74. For Wigström's design for an identical parasol handle with a pink ball finial, see notebook page 63 illustrated on p. 157.
Condition
overall good condition
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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.