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An Imperial Fabergé jewelled gold and enamel box, workmaster Michael Perchin, St Petersburg, 1895-1896
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- gold, enamel, diamonds
- diameter 3.7cm, 1 1/5 in.
of circular cushion form, the surface enamelled in translucent green over radiating engine-turning, the lid centred with a gold poltina coin (1777-1778) of Empress Catherine II within a rose-cut diamond-set border, diamond thumbpiece, struck with workmaster's initials, 72 standard, scratched inventory number 54277
Provenance
Purchased jointly by Emperor Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra Feodorovna for 180 roubles in 1896. The Empress' invoice from Fabergé reads, in German, 'Bonbonniere light green enamel, 1 coin, 30 roses [diamonds]' and records the purchase on 22 November; the Emperor's in Russian 'Bonbonniere green enamel with coin', noting the date as 18 December. The dates noted suggest that the purchase was intended as a gift for the upcoming holidays.
Condition
Excellent, near perfect condition with very light scratches at the base.
"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."