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Lot 593
  • 593

A Fabergé silver-gilt and enamel frame, workmaster Victor Aarne, St Petersburg, 1899-1904

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description

  • Silver, enamel
  • height: 14.5cm, 5 3/4 in.
rectangular, the surface of translucent royal blue enamel over sunburst engine-turning, the corners applied with laurel wreaths, chased acanthus tip border, the oval aperture within a raised translucent white enamel bezel overlaid with leaves, wood back, scroll strut, struck with workmaster's initials and Fabergé in Cyrillic, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 8836

Condition

Excellent condition. The wood back with a tiny corner loss, small age cracks and two screws lacking
"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."