A Fabergé jewelled silver-gilt and guilloché enamel heart-shaped locket, workmaster August Hollming, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
A Fabergé jewelled silver-gilt and guilloché enamel heart-shaped locket, workmaster August Hollming, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
enamelled in translucent salmon pink over wavy engine-turning, the top right corner set with a diamond, hanging from a gold chain and suspension loop set with rose-cut diamonds, containing a photograph of Queen Luisa and a lock of her hair, struck with workmaster’s initials, 88 standard
length incl. chain 34cm; 13⅜in.
Condition Report:
Very good condition overall, some re-enamelling around the edges on both sides
"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."
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A Fabergé jewelled silver-gilt and guilloché enamel heart-shaped locket, workmaster August Hollming, St Petersburg, 1908-1917
enamelled in translucent salmon pink over wavy engine-turning, the top right corner set with a diamond, hanging from a gold chain and suspension loop set with rose-cut diamonds, containing a photograph of Queen Luisa and a lock of her hair, struck with workmaster’s initials, 88 standard
length incl. chain 34cm; 13⅜in.
Condition Report:
Very good condition overall, some re-enamelling around the edges on both sides
"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."
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