Decorative Arts Auction

December 14, 2011

LOT 255

Lot 255

Russian Painted and Cloisonné Enamel Decorated Silver-Gilt Handled Page Turner, Carl Fabergé, Moscow, 1908-17

Russian Painted and Cloisonné Enamel Decorated Silver-Gilt Handled Page Turner, Carl Fabergé, Moscow, 1908-17
Lot 255 Details
Russian Painted and Cloisonné Enamel Decorated Silver-Gilt Handled Page Turner, Carl Fabergé, Moscow, 1908-17

with wood blade in a fitted case
length 14.5" — 36.8 cm.

Estimate $10,000-$15,000

Realised: $33,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Russian Painted and Cloisonné Enamel Decorated Silver-Gilt Handled Page Turner, Carl Fabergé, Moscow, 1908-17
  • Russian Painted and Cloisonné Enamel Decorated Silver-Gilt Handled Page Turner, Carl Fabergé, Moscow, 1908-17
  • Russian Painted and Cloisonné Enamel Decorated Silver-Gilt Handled Page Turner, Carl Fabergé, Moscow, 1908-17

CONDITION DETAILS

Knife is in good condition; the two marks on collar are good, but not perfectly struck; engraved inventory number 3633 (vertical); one end-piece on the cover of the case is missing; otherwise just some foxing of the lining materials

LOT 255
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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