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Ruby and diamond brooch, 'Deux Fleurs', Van Cleef & Arpels, 1996
Estimate
135,000 - 225,000 CHF
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- ruby, diamond, platinum, gold
Designed as two flowers, the petals composed of rubies en serti mystérieux, the pistils set with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.
Exhibited
Van Cleef & Arpels, 50 Years of History, Geneva, 16 November 2013 to 1 March 2014.
Literature
Cf: Sarah D. Coffin et al., Set in Style; The Jewellery of Van Cleef & Arpels, Smithsonian, Cooper-Hewitt, New York, 2011, pg. 126 for 'Flower' study sketches and brooches of similar design.
Condition
Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information.
Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered M40310, maker's mark. Stamped with French assay marks and 750 for gold, French assay marks for platinum. Rubies stated to weigh a total of 35.76 carats, very well matched in colour, with medium strong saturation, with typical crystal inclusions. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of 3.25 carats, G-H colour, VS clarity, as graded in the mounting. Little signs of wear to the mounting. In excellent condition. Total gross weight approximately 32 grams.
"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."
"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."