- 111
18 Karat Gold and Emerald 'Honeycomb' Bracelet, René Boivin, France, Circa 1965
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- René Boivin
- 18 karat gold, emerald, bracelet
Of bombé-form composed of gold honeycomb links set with round emeralds weighing approximately 32.00 carats, length 7¾ inches, unsigned, French assay marks.
Condition
Very well made and flexible. Bracelet is semi-tubular in form with a flat base. Emeralds are a lively medium green and well matched, moderately included. A number of emeralds have chips, cracks and abrasions due to normal wear or inclusions breaking the surface. The bracelet is unsigned but accompanied by copies of original invoices from Boivin.
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
Accompanied by copies of the original invoices form Boivin.
For examples of the 'honeycomb' bracelets see Boivin, by Françoise Cailles, p. 315.