- 5
A Russian gem-set gilded silver and transparent enamel photograph frame, retailed by Fabergé, St. Petersburg, 1898-1908
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gilded silver, enamel, ivorine
- height 1 3/4 in., 4.5 cm
shaped rectangular, the surface enameled translucent green over a wavy guilloché ground, applied with gilt swags and flowerheads set with diamonds and rubies, surmounted by a bowknot, with ivorine back and shaped strut, with unidentified Cyrillic maker's mark PE or PF, Fabergé in Cyrillic, 84 standard
Condition
overall good condition, the strut possibly replaced
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.