Lot 20
  • 20

A FABERGÉ JEWELED CARVED HARDSTONE EASTER EGG PENDANT, MOSCOW, 1899-1908 |

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • white onyx, diamonds, rubies, gold, silver
  • height 3/4 in., 2 cm
the carved white onyx egg with diamond-set swags suspended from collet-set cabochon rubies in gold mounts, the suspension ring struck with Cyrillic initials KF, 56 standard

Condition

very elegant and attractive; with a slight discoloration at a hairline crack at lower right beneath one of the three rubies (form is stable and the accretions could be removed by a conservator or jeweler)
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.