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Gold, gem set and diamond charm bracelet and a pendant, Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1950
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 CHF
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- Gold, enamel, rubies, sapphires, diamonds, turquoise
The fancy link gold bracelet supporting five gem set charms, depicting a carousel, a bouquet, a palm tree on the beach, a duck and reeds, and a cottage, length approximately 195mm, each charm and chain signed Van Cleef & Arpels or V.C.A., numbered, French assay and maker's marks, one small turquoise deficient; the pendant decorated with two love birds set with turquoise cabochons, circular-cut rubies and sapphires, and single-cut diamonds, signed VCA, numbered, French assay marks.
Literature
Cf.: Evelyne Possémé, Van Cleef & Arpels. The Art of High Jewelry, Paris, 2012, pg. 179 for an illustration of a similar charm bracelet dated circa 1955-1960.
Condition
Bracelet signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, numbered 85750. Carousel charm signed VAN CLEEF ET ARPELS, indistincly numbered. Flower charm signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, numbered 91299. Palm tree charm signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, numbered 91401. Duck charm signed V.C.A., numbered 9115. Cottage charm signed VAN CLEEF ET ARPELS, numbered 81563. French maker's marks probably for G. Lenfant, 47 rue des Petits-Champs, 75001 Paris. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Pendant signed VCA, numbered 85263, French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Turquoise cabochons, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, diamonds in overall good condition, with some abrasions and chips, one small turquoise deficient. Green enamel with some loss and scratches. Total gross weight approximately 132 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."