Exceptional Jewels: The Wolf Family Collection
Exceptional Jewels: The Wolf Family Collection
Van Cleef & Arpels
A 'Mystery-Set' Ruby and Diamond Clip-Brooch
Auction Closed
April 20, 04:40 PM GMT
Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
The pistil set with a cluster of round diamonds, surrounded by calibré-cut ruby petals, on a detachable marquise- and baguette-cut diamond stem, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered N.Y. 34774, with French maker's mark, also marked ©1964; circa 1965; accompanied by a signed box and pouch.
Please note that one ruby is presently missing and will be replaced for the purchaser by Sotheby's.
Formerly property from the Estate of Alice E. Adams
Christie's, New York
Wolf Family Collection number 9186 (acquired from the above on October 22, 1991, lot 206)