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A Fabergé gem-set carved hardstone and gold box, workmaster Michael Perchin, St. Petersburg, circa 1895
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- green aventurine, gold, pearls, diamonds, ruby
- width 4 1/8 in., 10.5 cm
oval, the base fluted in a sunburst design, the hinged cover with a carved and polished panel of green aventurine bordered by seed pearls, the thumbpiece set with a ruby flanked by rose-cut diamonds, struck with workmaster's initials, Fabergé in Cyrillic, 56 standard, scratched inventory number 50741, and French control marks
Condition
overall good condition; some surface scratches consistent with age and use; the hinged cover might have had the screw replaced, but it is not clear
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.