SOLD. Russian nephrite and gold Royal bell push. Workmaster Henrik Wigström. Present from Tsaritsa Maria Feodorovna of Russia to her nephew Christian X to Denmark.

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Russian Fabergé nephrite and gold Royal bell push, adorned with foliage and pearls, moonstone button. Workmaster Henrik Wigström in St. Petersburg 1908–1917, 56 standard, scratched inventory no. 21408. H. 3.5. Diam. 5.5 cm.

Provenance: Present from Tsaritsa Maria Feodorovna of Russia (1847–1928, née Princess of Denmark) to her nephew, King Christian X of Denmark (1870–1947); then his son Heredity Prince Knud of Denmark (1900–1976); then his daughter, Her Highness Princess Elisabeth to Denmark (b. 1935).

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Please note: The item is subject to the Anti-Money Laundering Act. In the event of a hammer price of DKK 50,000 or more, including buyer’s premium, the buyer must submit a copy of a valid photo ID and proof of address in order to collect the item.

Auction

Russian art & antiques, 27 November 2013