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GEM-SET AND DIAMOND BROOCH, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, 1970s
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- 18 CARAT GOLD, CORAL, MALACHITE, LAPIS LAZULI AND DIAMOND
Inset with coral, lapis lazuli and malachite, highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, Made in France and numbered.
Literature
Cf: Paris Musées, Van Cleef & Arpels, 1992, page 150 for an example of a similar brooch dated 1985.
Cf: Judith Price, Masterpieces of French Jewellery from American Collectors, 2006, page 105 for an example of a stylised bow brooch circa 1955.
Condition
Stamped OR 750 for 18 carat gold. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, Made in France, numbered NY1K413-3. Heavy brooch weighing approximately 32.2grams. Coral, Lapis Lazuli and Malachite with typical characteristics visible with magnification. Diamonds bright and lively. Traces of glue around inset gemstones, visible with a 10x lens. Pin a little bent. Sliding safety catch. Scratches to mount consistent with wear. In very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."