18 Karat Gold, Plique-à-Jour Enamel and Diamond Pendant-Brooch, Plisson et Hartz, Circa 1900

Depicting a woman emerging from a leaf applied with green plique-à-jour enamel, a branch below set with old European-cut and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately .35 carat, maker's mark for Plisson et Hartz, French assay marks.

Set with 3 old European-cut and 2 single-cut diamonds, approximately H to K color, SI to I clarity. Enamel in very good condition. The maker's mark found on the pinstem, the French assay marks found on the hook and pinstem.
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.
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Illustrated in Judith Price, Masterpieces of French Jewelry, p. 21.