LOT 181 †

A fine cased set of five silver miniature scale models of Veteran motorcars, by the Erik August Kollin silversmiths workshop for Fabergé of Russia, circa 1913,

Estimate: £5,000 - £6,000

Previous Lot

Next Lot

Lot 181^†

A fine cased set of five silver miniature scale models of Veteran motorcars, by the Erik August Kollin silversmiths workshop for Fabergé of Russia, circa 1913,

The Golden Age Of Motoring|4 November 2022, 13:00 GMT|London, New Bond Street

A fine cased set of five silver miniature scale models of Veteran motorcars, by the Erik August Kollin silversmiths workshop for Fabergé of Russia, circa 1913,

possibly a special commission, comprising five miniature scale models of Veteran motor cars in Russian '84' (.875) silver with 'ФАБЕРЖЕ' (Fabergé) and 'EK' silversmith's marks (see footnote).
The five model cars comprise:

1902 Oldsmobile Model R Runabout (58mm long, 65gms)
1904 Vauxhall 6Hp (68mm long, 100gms)
1906 Lanchester 20Hp Phaeton (97mm long, 220gms)
1909 Rolls-Royce 40/50Hp Silver Ghost (110mm long, 191gms)
1910 Renault Town Car (90mm long, 181gms)

Each model with finely detailed bodywork and fittings, under chassis mechanical details and with rolling wheels, all contained in Royal blue Rexine covered presentation case with hinged lid, the interior with satin padded lid marked with Fabergé of St.Petersburg, Moscow, Odessa and London gilt lettering in Cyrillic script, with cream velvet lined base with compartments, the case measuring 25 x 24 x 7cm overall.

Footnotes

Finland born and trained gold and silversmith Erik August Kollin (1836-1901), moved to the Imperial Russian capital of St.Petersburg, working under Gustave Fabergé from 1858 and eventually opening his own workshop in 1870 under contract to Carl Fabergé, and was appointed as chief work master for the Fabergé workshops, later opening an independent workshop of his own, still producing works for the firm.

Research suggests that after Kollin's death in 1901, his widow Henrika Eleonora Kollin, took over the workshop and continued to do work for Faberge, and was granted the use of her Late husband's 'EK' maker's mark until 1917.

Saleroom notices

This Lot has been Withdrawn

Additional information

This auction is now finished. If you are interested in consigning in future auctions, please contact the specialist department. If you have queries about lots purchased in this auction, please contact customer services.
Buyers Premium and Charges
Like the vast majority of auctioneers Bonhams charge what is known as a Buyer's Premium. Buyer's Premium on all Automobilia lots will adhere to Bonhams group policy:
27.5% on the first £20,000 of the hammer price;
26% of the hammer price of amounts in excess of £20,000 up to and including £700,000;
20% of the hammer price of amounts in excess of £700,000 up to and including £4,500,000;
and 13.9% of the hammer price of any amounts in excess of £4,500,000.
For Motor Cars and Motorcycles a 15% Buyer's Premium is payable on the first £500,000 of the final Hammer Price of each Lot, and 12% on any amount by which the Hammer Price exceeds £500,000. VAT at the standard rate is payable on the Premium by all Buyers, unless otherwise stated.
Some lots may be subject to VAT on the Hammer Price. These lots will be clearly marked with the relevant symbol printed beside the lot number in the catalogue.
Buyers' Obligations
ALL BIDDERS MUST AGREE THAT THEY HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BONHAMS' CONDITIONS OF SALE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM, AND AGREE TO PAY THE BUYER'S PREMIUM AND ANY OTHER CHARGES MENTIONED IN THE NOTICE TO BIDDERS. THIS AFFECTS THE BIDDERS LEGAL RIGHTS.
If you have any questions about the Conditions of Sale, please contact your nearest client services team.
From 28 June 2025, the import into the EU of non-EU property of a certain age (and in some categories above a certain value) is subject to additional requirements. Under the relevant EU Regulation, it is the Buyer's sole responsibility to assess whether any Lot meets the criteria for import into the EU. The refusal of any required Import License or Importer Statement, or any delay in obtaining such License or Statement shall not give rise to the rescission or cancelation of any Sale, nor allow any delay in making full payment for the Lot.
Payment Notices
For payment information please refer to the sale catalog.
Shipping Notices
For information and estimates on domestic and international shipping as well as export licences please contact Bonhams Shipping Department.
- Automobilia
- Cars