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THE FALL EXCEPTIONELLE SALE DAY 2

Lot 509:

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Karl Faberge Style, Russian Imperial Period, Nephrite, Silver-Gilt and Guilloche Enamel Travel Clock

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Start price: $1,200

Estimated price: $2,000 - $4,000

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Description

Keywords: Travel Clock, Nephrite, Guilloché Enamel, Silver Gilt, Swan Motif, Imperial Russian, Table Clock, Roman Numerals, White Dial, Wind-Up Clock, Early 20th Century, Decorative Arts

Summary:
Russian Imperial Period travel clock very much in the style of Peter Karl Fabergé, crafted in silver with partial gilt and guilloché enamel decoration, mounted on a rectangular nephrite jade base with faceted edges. The circular clock case stands on four rounded feet and features a centrally inset white dial with black Roman numerals. The nephrite base is embellished with a silver appliqué depicting a swan with outstretched wings. The winding mechanism is located on the reverse, and the clock retains its winding key.

(Hairline crack in the dial)
Measurement: 3 x 2 x 1 3/4 in. (7.6 x 5.1 x 4.4 cm.) approx

Condition: Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.

All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.

Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions. Accordingly, works are sold as ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.

Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.
All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.
Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions.  Accordingly, works are sold as  ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.