Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels
Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels
Iconic Jewels: Her Sense of Style
René Boivin
Sapphire and emerald demi-parure, 'Algues', circa 1962
Auction Closed
May 14, 05:29 PM GMT
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Comprising: an articulated brooch collet-set with cabochon sapphires framed by pavé-set circular-cut emeralds, signed René Boivin, maker's mark for Robert Davière, French assay mark for gold; and a pair of earrings of similar design, post and hinged back fittings, unsigned, partial French maker's marks, French import marks for gold.
Cf.: Françoise Cailles, René Boivin Joaillier, Paris, 1994, pg. 285, for a drawing of a similar 'Algues' brooch dated 1962.
