Antique Imperial Faberge Silver & Guilloché Enamel Desk Frame –CDV Empress Maria

An exceptionally rare Imperial-era Fabergé presentation desk frame, crafted in solid silver and richly decorated with Guilloché enamel in a vibrant blue tone. The frame houses an original Carte-de-Visite photographic portrait of Empress Maria Feodorovna, mother of Emperor Nicholas II.

The fine ornamental enamel border displays elegant scrolling motifs, executed to the highest standards associated with Fabergé’s court workshops. The reverse retains its original leather backing and easel stand, showing honest age-appropriate wear consistent with genuine period use.

This is not a later insert: the photograph is an authentic period CDV, professionally mounted, strongly suggesting the frame was produced as a presentation or personal desk piece, likely intended for an elite or court-connected recipient.

Marks & Authentication

• Clearly hallmarked K. Fabergé
• Marked 84 silver standart
• It comes with an APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $10,000.00

Condition

• Overall very good antique condition
• Enamel vibrant with minor edge wear appropriate for age
• Silver retains strong detail with light patina
• Original leather backing intact with visible age and character

No modern alterations or restorations noted.

Historical Significance

Empress Maria Feodorovna was one of the most important female figures of European royalty. Objects bearing her likeness, particularly those produced by Fabergé, are highly sought after and rarely survive as complete original ensembles combining both portrait and frame.

Why This Piece Matters

• Authentic Fabergé workmanship
• Genuine Imperial-era photographic portrait
• Rare complete survival with original backing
• Museum-quality presentation object suitable for serious collectors of royal, court, or luxury decorative arts

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