- 9
18 Karat Gold and Cultured Pearl Necklace, Buccellati, Italy
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Buccellati
- cultured pearl, gold
Designed as a series of textured gold leaves, decorated with 35 variously-shaped cultured pearls ranging from approximately 8.6 to 5.5 mm, gross weight approximately 49 dwts, length 17½ inches, signed Gianmaria Buccellati, numbered 1125. With signed and fitted box.
Condition
In very good condition. The variously shaped cultured pearls have a silvery white body color with strong rose and moderate green overtones, good luster and minor blemishing, mainly in the form of pitting and ringing, not evident when worn. The necklace presents nicely textured gold foliage, with gross weight approximately 49 dwts. Signed and numbered on the reverse of the female end of the clasp. Fitted with a safety hook that is connected to the clasp mechanism.
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.