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Lot 440
  • 440

A Fabergé gold-mounted enamel cigarette case, Moscow, 1899-1908

Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • Gold, enamel
  • width: 8.5cm, 3 3/8 in.
of curved, pocket-fitting form, the surface of translucent orange enamel over alternating bands of engine-turned waves and reeds, the ends wrapped with chased two-colour gold laurel, raised thumbpiece, gilt-interior, struck KF and K.Fabergé in Cyrillic beneath the Imperial Warrant, 88 standard, faint scratched inventory number and additional scratched inventory numbers

Condition

Excellent condition, a beautiful and unusual enamel colour
"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."