黃金鑲琉璃「甲蟲」項鏈, 蒂芙尼﹙Tiffany & Co.)

• 項鏈共兩行
• 共鑲24顆琉璃聖甲蟲
• 間鑲黃金珠
• 長度14英寸
• 附Tiffany & Co.品牌刻名
• 附編號243及883
• 附法國入口戳記
• 約1910年
*拍品資料以英文為主，中文翻譯僅供參考

In good condition with some very minor wear to the gold on the underside of the necklace. One beetle neighboring the clasp is cracked as seen in the catalogue illustration, but stable. All beetles retain an impressive iridescence. With French import mark on the clasp tongue.
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.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.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.

路易·康福特·蒂芙尼的美學源於對大自然的敬愛之情，更源自他對藝術的信念。他相信對藝術常存熱愛、淵然深識，遠遠超越藝術品本身的價值。琉璃光亮照人、虹彩耀眼，各種形狀與顏色數之不盡，正是他口中的「甲蟲」珠寶系列的最佳媒材。甲蟲紋飾源於古埃及護身符「聖甲蟲」，是復活的象徵。聖甲蟲象徵不死，琉璃卻脆弱易碎，兩者相映成趣。有一類似設計的項鏈，見Janet Zapata著，《The Jewelry and Enamels of Louis Comfort Tiffany》，頁114。