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A Fabergé silver-gilt and enamel box, workmaster Feodor Afanassiev, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- width 8.3cm, 3 1/4 in.
of oval cushion form, the surface enamelled in translucent cerulean over radiating engine-turned waves, laurel-chased lid border, rose-cut diamond-set thumbpiece, gilt interior, struck with workmaster's initials, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 23671
Provenance
Given by Elena of Montenegro, Queen of Italy (1873-1952) to Professor Paul Lamarque, the doctor who cared for her during her final illness in Montpellier. Family tradition holds that upon giving the box, the former Queen mentioned that it had been given to her by Emperor Nicholas II.
Thence by descent
Condition
Excellent condition, with one scratch to the base of approx. 9mm, not down to the metal, and with other very minor abrasions.
"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."
"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."