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An 18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Cultured Pearl and Ruby Brooch, Verdura
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- verdura
- gold, diamond, cultured pearl
the weathervane featuring a rooster, globe and cardinal directions set with round and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 3.20 carats, the rooster atop a cultured pearl measuring approximately 4.7 mm, decorated with textured gold plumage, completed by a cabochon ruby eye, signed Verdura.
Condition
In good condition, with light wear commensurate with the age of the brooch; some faint scratches noted on the highest point at the center of the fluted gold melon-shaped base. Diamonds are approximately E-G color, VVS-VS clarity. The round pearl is a creamy white body color and displaying clean skin. Signature along top of pinstem, partially obscured (missing part of the V and U in Verdura, and the last two letters not apparent due to the angle of the strike). Height approximately 2 1/4 inches, width approximately 1 1/2 inches.
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.
Catalogue Note
A sketch for a brooch of similar design is illustrated in Patricia Corbett, Verdura: The Life and Work of a Master Jeweler, p. 139.