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Renaissance-Revival 18 Karat Gold, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Colored Stone and Enamel Pendant-Brooch
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- gold, enamel, natural pearl, diamond, colored stone
Designed as a griffin that has captured a salamander, centered by a natural pearl measuring approximately 14.4 mm, set with old European and rose-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.30 carats, accented by numerous round and cushion-cut rubies and emeralds, applied with multi-colored enamel, with French assay and maker's marks, one diamond and one ruby missing; circa 1880.
Condition
In good condition. The off-round pearl has a slightly creamy white body color, poor luster with very wrinkled skins. The colored stones are decorative in quality. The diamonds are near colorless and decorative in quality. Very minor enamel loss, visible only under magnification. Very nice detailing throughout, both to the enamel and the gold. Brooch fitting detachable to allow for wear as a pendant, with the salamander's body as the pendant loop. Indistinctly numbered 1842. Accompanied by GIA report no. 1142062496 stating that the pearl is natural, saltwater. Please note this piece dates to circa 1880.
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 GIA report no. 1142062496 stating that the pearl is natural, saltwater.