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A parcel-gilt silver, enamel, and gem-set emu egg box, possibly Austrian, Late 19th Century
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- bearing spurious Fabergé stamp.
- Parcel-gilt, Silver & Gem-set
- length 11in.
- 28cm
The egg divided in half and resting on its side, suspended in a net between blackamoor putti with gold earrings, topped by a winged female cupid, lion-mask clask set with a diamond, on a rocaille base with enamel and gem-set flowers and foliage, lapis pyramids, and pearls
Condition
traces of patination to figures, egg possibly restored, otherwise good, well detailed
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.
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.