Tsavorite Garnet and Peridot Bead Bangle-Bracelet and Earclips, Hemmerle

The open-ended bangle of bombé form knitted throughout with peridot beads, the terminals pavé-set with tsavorite garnets, the matching earclips of cushion shape pavé-set with tsavorite garnets, mounted in 18 karat blackened gold and silver, signed Hemmerle, maker's marks, With signed cases. 

Interior circumference of bracelet is approximately 6 1/8 inches. It has a swivel hinge to open. The glass beading is a frosty minty-olive color and the caps are set with bright slightly yellowish green colored garnets, all very well matched in color. The earclips are of the same shade as the caps on the bracelet. All pieces in good condition. The bracelet is signed Hemmerle on a plaque inside the upper cap as well as their hallmark. The earclips are signed Hemmerle on the underside base of the earclip mechanisms, with the hallmark on a plaque at the top of the earclip pad.
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.

The tradition of the firm began in 1893 when the Hemmerle brothers were appointed by the Prince Regent of Bavaria, as the official purveyors of court medals.  Two generations later the Hemmerle name is synonymous with creations of exceptional materials treated in a unique fashion.  These pieces bring together uncommon elements such as copper, rare woods, and exceptional colored gemstones with flawless workmanship.  In Lot 269 there is an extraordinary merging of materials where peridot beads have been knitted like cloth giving the bangle flexibility not typical of its medium, and further decorated with green tsavorite garnets.  Each piece is made by hand in their Atelier in Munich where they have done business since 1904.  Hemmerle has received much recognition for their innovative designs and will be exhibiting a collection of Haute Couture jewelry at the Serpentine Gallery from November 19^th to the 22^nd, 2007.