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Pair of gold and micromosaic bracelets and brooch, Circa 1800-1830
Estimate
7,500 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- gold,micromosaic,bracelet,brooch
The bracelets set with micromosaics each depicting Cupid in a chariot drawn by deer or lions, surrounded by frames of gold cannetille, joined to clasps of rose motif in silver, rose and yellow gold, lengths 7 and 6¾ inches; the brooch set with a micromosaic depicting Cupid in a chariot drawn by doves, surrounded by a frame of gold cannetille.
Condition
Light tarnish to sections of multi-colored gold and silver. Gold mesh is uneven with minor crimps and creases, but no breakage. Overall condition of micromosaics is excellent.
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 similar oval micromosaic illustrated in Jeanette Hanisee Gabriel, Micromosaics, p. 232, no. 164.