Princess Maria Romanoff & July Estate Finds

Beaded Whimsy Bird & Frame

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Start price: $50

Estimated price: $100 - $200

Buyer's premium: 28%

Sales Tax: On the lot's price and buyer's premium

2 beaded whimsies. Frame, 10 1/4" x 8 1/2" (opening 4" x 2 1/4"); bird, "Bird" written in beadwork across the tail feathers and 1901 written in beadwork on the reverse, Sotheby’s paper label, 8 1/4"L x 7"H. Frame with loose and missing beads, loose threads, chips, creases and losses to the cardboard, no back; bird with staining and discoloration to fabric. Provenance: Estate of Princess Maria "Mimi" Romanoff.

Condition: Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.