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18 Karat Gold, Platinum and Diamond 'Tulip' Necklace, Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., France
Estimate
75,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description
- Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
- gold, platinum, diamond
The articulated clusters of textured gold tulips, decorated with diamond-set insects, leaves and gold bows, set with round and pear-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 4.30 carats, gross weight approximately 247 dwts, length 16 inches, signed Tiffany & Co., Schlumberger STD., France, scratch number 1824382. With signed and fitted box.
Literature
A necklace of similar design dating to 1959 is illustrated in The Jewels of Schlumberger, by Chantal Bizot et al, page 34.
See also:
Bijoux de Jean Schlumberger, edited by Franco Maria Ricci, page 70.
Condition
In good condition. Well-made and bearing a nice heft. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, VS clarity. Signed on the clasp and fitted with a safety closure. A necklace of similar design dating to 1959 is illustrated in The Jewels of Schlumberger, by Chantal Bizot et al, page 34. See also: Bijoux de Jean Schlumberger, edited by Franco Maria Ricci, page 70.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.