A gold and cloisonné enamel egg pendant, St Petersburg, circa 1890
A gold and cloisonné enamel egg pendant, St Petersburg, circa 1890
decorated with stripes of white opaque enamel between gold cloisons, mounted with a cabochon red gemstone below a gold and diamond ribbon, struck to the loop with indistinct maker’s mark, 56 standard
height incl. loop 2.1cm
Condition Report:
Some cracks to the enamel around the ear, the enamelled body with scuffs and discolouration around the mount
"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 gold and cloisonné enamel egg pendant, St Petersburg, circa 1890
decorated with stripes of white opaque enamel between gold cloisons, mounted with a cabochon red gemstone below a gold and diamond ribbon, struck to the loop with indistinct maker’s mark, 56 standard
height incl. loop 2.1cm
Condition Report:
Some cracks to the enamel around the ear, the enamelled body with scuffs and discolouration around the mount
"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."