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Gold and diamond necklace, 'Czarina', Aloisia Rucellai, 1970s
Estimate
11,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Aloisia Rucellai
- metal , diamond
Composed of five stylised palmette jewels, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and suspending pear-shaped diamonds, the necklace set with similarly-cut diamonds, length approximately 430mm, Italian assay and maker's marks.
Provenance
Born in Venice in 1928, Aloisia Aloisi led an active social life surrounded by artists attracted to the city during the Venice Film Festival. In the 1950s, Aloisia left her family to marry Count Niccolò Rucellai, choosing to settle in Florence and start her career. Under the guidance of Fulco di Verdura and Cesare Settepassi, she took her first steps into the fascinating world of jewellery. In the 1960s, she presented her first jewellery collection, creating bespoke pieces for esteemed clients such as Begum of Hyderabad, Baroness Thyssen-Bornemisza, Charlotte Ford and Anna Bolchini Bonomi. Her son, Simone, joined the company in the late 1970s, and since her death in 1984, has continued to maintain the archives and her legacy.
Literature
Cf: Haydn Williams, essay by Daniela Mascetti, Enamels of the world 1700-2000: The Khalili Collections, London, 2009, p. 408, 424-425 for a biography of Aloisia Rucellai.
Condition
Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Italian maker's mark 666FI. Largest diamond weighing approximately 1.50 carats. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 15.00-20.00 carats, estimated colour L-M, estimated clarity VS2-SI. Please note that the diamonds have been graded in the yellow mount. Minor scratches consistent with wear. Secure clasp. 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. 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."