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An Imperial Fabergé jewelled gold, enamel and hardstone kovsh, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, 1908-1909
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- nephrite, gold, enamel, diamonds
- length 12cm, 4 3/4 in.
the bowl carved of nephrite, the cartouche-form handle cast with trellis pattern within rocaille scrolls, applied with a gold poltina coin (1777-1778) of Empress Catherine II, part-enamelled in translucent red, within a rose-cut diamond-set scroll border, struck with workmaster's initials, 56 standard, scratched inventory number 18812
Provenance
Purchased by Emperor Nicholas II on 21 March 1909 for 275 roubles. The invoice from Fabergé reads, in Russian, 'Kovsh nephrite matte finished gold 1/2 rouble Catherine II 66 rose [diamonds]'.
Condition
Excellent, near perfect condition.
"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."