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Gold, Carnelian Intaglio, Colored Stone and Enamel Brooch, Wièse, Circa 1860
估價
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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描述
- Wièse
- carnelian, colored stone, enamel, gold, brooch
The oval carved carnelian intaglio depicting Apollo, Jupiter and Mars surrounded by signs of the Zodiac, framed by periwinkle blue and white enamel, accented by cabochon jasper, amethyst, spinel, ruby, citrine, beryl, onyx, carnelian, cat's-eye, emerald, tiger's-eye and moonstone, with partial maker's mark for Jules Wìese.
Condition
The carnelian intaglio in very good condition, with some slight scratching on the reverse. The blue and white enamel intact with some gentle nicking and scratching commensurate with age. A few of the cabochon colored stones slightly loose in their mountings, but all remain stable. The gold mounting with some solder evident at the top border of the brooch, some slight tarnish and scratching on the reverse. The carnelian is slightly deeper than shown in the printed catalogue. Signed with the maker's mark for Wièse on the pin stem. In good condition overall. 2 1/2 x 2 1/4 inches.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.