PAIR OF COLOURED DIAMOND EARRINGS, HEMMERLE

Each designed after the Matisse sculpture Nu de dos, set with brilliant-cut diamonds of brown tint, clip fittings, signed Hemmerle, maker's marks.

Each signed Hemmerle and stamped with maker's mark GH, 750 Au and Cu for copper (earrings are painted copper and clip is white gold). The 422 diamonds are stated to weigh 21.38 carats in total, natural brown colour. A few diamonds with surface reaching inclusions and resultant cavities. Earring length approximately 58mm, combined gross weight approximately 54 grams. Overall condition good.
"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."

Please note that the diamonds of brown tint have not been tested for natural origin.