Bidspirit auction | Erik Kollin for Faberge Imperial

Erik Kollin for Faberge Imperial Russian Mechanical Easter Egg with Clock, 84 Silver - No Reserve - Keywords: Faberge, Easter Egg, Imperial Russia, silver clock, Erik Kollin egg, Russian enamel egg, imperial Russian eagle, crucifix table clock, St Petersburg 84 silver, Russian Orthodox gift, antique desk clock, collectible Faberge era, Russian religious decor Summary: This is an authentic Russian Imperial Period Easter Egg. Several of the Faberge master goldsmiths signature hallmarks. Pre 1900 and 10 inches tall. Erik Kollin was Fabergé’s chief goldsmith, appointed by Peter Carl Fabergé in 1870. He is credited with creating the first Fabergé egg, the Hen Egg, commissioned by the Tsar in 1885. This a mechanical egg-form table clock with the Imperial period markings for the Russian 84 silver standard, and Erik Kollin’s mark. The silver clock is richly decorated with chased foliate scrollwork and blue and green enamel panels, and is raised on a hexagonal base with conforming ornament and ball feet. The front is fitted with a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. The egg pops opens at the center to reveal a silver crucifix in the round, along with a small covered compartment in the upper half. The top is surmounted by an enamel medallion bearing the Russian Imperial double-headed eagle. Three areas are struck with the 84 silver standard and town mark, the EK workmaster’s mark for Erik Kollin, and an additional Cyrillic KO punch generally associated with the Fabergé firm. After leaving the Fabergé firm in 1886, he devoted himself to his own creations, developing a passion for reproducing objects discovered at archaeological sites, notably gold replicas of jewelry from the Scythian treasure found at Kerch. He did, however, continue to work occasionally for Fabergé. (Attractive overall appearance with honest age. The top compartment lid sits slightly askew when shut.) This is a NO RESERVE lot. There are no hidden or confidential reserves. All acceptable bidding begins at the published online START PRICE. Measurement: 10 x 5 x 5 in. (25.4 x 12.7 x 12.7 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.