The gold wire paisley-shaped foliate motifs of bombé form, one set in the center with a pear-shaped diamond weighing approximately 1.40 carats, the other with a marquise-shaped diamond weighing approximately .80 carat, both decorated further with small round diamonds set singly and in flowerheads, weighing approximately 3.50 carats. 

Diamonds are approximately F-H color and VS-SI clarity. Brooch with marquise-cut center is missing one of the pin stems on the reverse, but both are in good condition overall.
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.

Although unsigned, the present brooches are very similar to the paisley-shaped leaf clips illustrated by Franco Cologni and Eric Nussbaum in Platinum by Cartier, Triumphs of the Jewelers' Art, p. 185.  The two illustrated clips, made by Cartier in 1945 and 1947 respectively, are similarly made of gold wire that radiates as veins from a central diamond motif within borders of braided gold.