Lot 31
  • 31

A FABERGÉ JEWELED ENAMELED PENDANT EASTER EGG, WORKMASTER MICHAEL PERCHIN, ST. PETERSBURG, 1899-1903 |

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • gold, enamel
  • height 1/2 in., 1.8 cm
depicting a full moon in a night sky, the moon in yellow transparent enamel, the sky enameled deep royal blue over an engine-turned ground, the clouds in polished gold, and the stars centered with diamonds, struck with workmaster's initials, 56 standard

Condition

overall excellent condition; some scattered scratches to the polished gold of the "clouds"
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.

Catalogue Note

For comparison, see Sotheby's London, 18 November 1999, lot 453.