A hardstone figure of a bear cub, probably Fabergé, circa 1890

realistically carved of speckled bowenite, ruby-set eyes. length: 5.3cm, 2 1/4 in. Est. 3,000—5,000 GBP. Lot Sold 7,750 GBP

NOTE: For comparison, see Sotheby's London, Imperial and Royal Presents, 24 November 2008, lot 93.

Sotheby's. Russian Works of Art, Fabergé and Icons Day Sale. 10 Jun 09. London www.sothebys.com