A Russian Silver, Diamond and Guilloché Enamel Perfume Bottle Attributed to Fabergé
Sale 1017 - European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Lots 1-238
Apr 20, 2022
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Lot Description
A Russian Silver, Diamond and Guilloché Enamel Perfume Bottle Attributed to Fabergé
Maker's Mark for Dmitriì Aleksandrov Pastukhov, Moscow, Circa 1908-1926
of semi-ellipsoidal form enameled in translucent red over a guilloché ground, with garland tassel mounts to the body and topped with an artichoke finial to the lid.
stamped for Fabergé, with '88' standard, 'MP' (in Cyrillic) maker's mark and city mark to the underside, the standard and maker's mark repeated to the underside of the lid
Height 2 5/8 x diameter 2 1/8 inches.
stamped for Fabergé, with '88' standard, 'MP' (in Cyrillic) maker's mark and city mark to the underside, the standard and maker's mark repeated to the underside of the lid
Height 2 5/8 x diameter 2 1/8 inches.
Property from the Estate of Jules and Gwen Knapp, Glencoe, Illinois
Provenance:
Purchased from Antiques by Lilliane, Leawood, Kansas, 1985
Condition Report
In overall good, attractive condition. No evidence of loss or repair to the enamel. The garland tassel decoration detached from the body, resting in place. Adhesive residue to both the underside of the garland decoration and the enameled surface of the vessel. Areas of dark tarnish to the metal elements. All six diamonds are present and firmly affixed in their settings. Jewelry department viewed diamonds within their setting and confirmed that they are diamonds. The cover rests tightly in place but can also be removed fairly easily. See additional photos.
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