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A gem-set jade pendant, India, mid-19th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- jade, gemstones, gold & leather box
the light jade plaque set in the kundan technique with diamonds, emeralds and rubies designed as a fine floral spray, the top with horizontal drill hole, mounted with gold chain, fitted in a bespoke, velvet-lined box with 'Hamilton & Co.' insignia
Provenance
By repute, James Andrew Broun-Ramsay (1812-60), 1st Marquess of Dalhousie, Governor-General of India (1848-56).
Thence by descent.
Thence by descent.
Condition
The pendant in good condition, very minor oxidisation to foil backing of colourful stones, the gold chain also in good condition, the box with some wear, notably on velvet interior and one of hinges slightly loose with later re-affixing, as viewed.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This charming pendant was carved in the nineteenth century, drawing on an earlier Mughal style, and is characterised by a floral design composed of colourful gemstones set in gold mounts on a piece of carved jade. Later fitted with a gold chain, the pendant and chain both fit into a custom-made box containing the insignia of 'Hamilton & Co.', which had been founded by English silversmith Robert Hamilton (1772-1848) upon his arrival in India in 1808. The company became one of the best known and celebrated British silversmiths working in India, and is known to have supplied a number of works to Lady Dalhousie, further attesting to the provenance of the present piece. One of the most famous gemstones in the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London is the 105 carat 'Koh-i-Noor' diamond, sent to Queen Victoria in 1849 by Lord Dalhousie.