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GOLD, ENAMEL, NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND BROOCH, LALIQUE, CIRCA 1895
Estimate
60,000 - 100,000 CHF
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Description
- Lalique
The medieval scene frieze framed with rose diamonds, further set with two circular-cut diamonds and a natural pearl drop, accented with green enamel, signed Lalique, fitted case stamped R. Lalique.
Literature
Cf.: David Bennett and Daniela Mascetti, Understanding Jewellery, Antique Collectors Club, 1989, pg. 246 for an illustration of the brooch.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 109678, stating that the drop-shaped pearl, measuring 7.70 - 8.05 x 9.40mm, was found to be natural, saltwater. Signed LALIQUE. The circular-cut diamonds measuring approximately 6.99 x 6.75 x 4.24mm and 6.53 x 6.57 x 3.75mm, calculated to weigh approximately 1.22 and 0.98 carats respectively. Some minor loss of enamel. Metal slightly broken at the bottom, some signs of tarnish. In overall good condition. Gross weight approximately 22 grams. Fitted case stamped R. Lalique, 30 Cours de Reine, Paris. Satin lining very worn, stamping barely visible.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 109678, stating that the pearl was found to be natural, saltwater.