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Gold and paste intaglio brooch, Castellani, 1880s
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Castellani
- gold, carnelian
Set with three graduated paste intaglios, inset to gold rope work frames, intaglios possibly based on ancient examples from the 2nd century BC, maker's monogram to reverse.
Condition
Reverse of central intaglio setting applied with interlocking C motif for Castellani. Intaglios dark orangey brown, transparent. Lower intaglio cracked and chipped to one edge. Metalwork with slight warping to some areas of rope twist motif, and minor losses to annular borders to reverse. Slight distortion and evidence of solder repair to setting of lower intaglio, with one bead motif replaced. Top bead motif flattened at top. Later brooch pin and safety catch fittings, in good working order. Scratches to metal and paste surfaces consistent with wear. Overall dimensions approximately 45 x 15mm.
"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.
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.
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."