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KARAT GOLD, BLACK LACQUER, ONYX AND PERIDOT 'PANTHÈRE' NECKLACE, Cartier
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 HKD
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Description
- gold, black lacquer, peridot, onyx
The pendant modelled as a panther head, flecked with black lacquer spots, highlighted by a calibré-cut onyx nose and accented by pear-shaped peridot eyes, strung on a black cord, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, maximum length approximately 800mm, signed and numbered 86197A.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, two pear-shaped peridot are about medium yellow-green colour, eye clean. Signed and numbered to the panther head, with French assay mark, karat gold weighing approximately 38 grams.
Condition: This pendant necklace is offered without reserve. Signs of wear to the metal, otherwise 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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a signed box and Cartier certificate of authenticity.