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Micromosaic bracelet and pendant necklace, Castellani, circa 1860
Estimate
12,500 - 15,500 CHF
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Description
- Castellani
- gold, micromosaic
The bracelet designed as a series of discs spelling out the Latin phrase Non Relinquam, 'I will not give up', in micromosaic on one side and Non Relinques, 'you will not give up', in gold on the reverse, length approximately 205mm; the circular pendant applied with micromosaic depicting the Chi-Rho monogram within a beaded border, suspended from a cord necklace, length 400mm, each signed with interlaced C's, cord necklace unillustrated.
Literature
Cf: Geoffrey C. Munn, 'Castellani and Giuliano', London, 1984, pages 52, 61 and 177 for similar examples of a Non Relinquam/ Non Relinques bracelet and Chi-Rho jewels.
Cf: Susan Weber Soros and Stefanie Walker, 'Castellani and Italian Archaeological Jewelry', London, 2005, pages 161-3 for similar examples of the Chi-Rho jewel.
Cf: Susan Weber Soros and Stefanie Walker, 'Castellani and Italian Archaeological Jewelry', London, 2005, pages 161-3 for similar examples of the Chi-Rho jewel.
Condition
Each piece signed with interlaced C's for Castellani. Micromosaic on bracelet light brownish red, some losses in parts, some evidence of tarnish to reverse. Well articulated. Pendant micromosaic dark red with slight loss, not noticeable when worn. Bracelet and pendant with hook fittings, secure when worn. Slight abrasions to mount consistent with age and wear. In good condition.
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"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."