- 1927
GEM-SET AND DIAMOND 'DRAGON' BROOCH, Cartier
Estimate
320,000 - 400,000 HKD
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Description
Designed as a stylised dragon, the body composed of fluted lapis lazuli, centring on a cabochon turquoise within a circular-cut emerald-set surround, the feet and head embellished by brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, signed and numbered 31088.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the lapis lazuli is opaque, of saturated and even, vivid blue colour with two to three pyrite specks. Cabochon turquoise is opaque, of light green-blue colour. Emeralds are intense green colour, moderately included to naked eyes, with minor surface pits. Diamonds together approximately 1.00 carat, are about F to G colours, VS clarity. Signed Cartier and numbered to the back.
Condition: Karat gold mount, signs of wear to the mount, overall in 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. 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.