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Lot 118
  • 118

Pair of emerald, beryl and diamond ball earclips, JAR, Paris

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description

The spheres reverse-set with round emeralds and beryl in various shades of green, additionally set with a ring of single-cut diamonds at the back edge, mounted in 18 karat gold, signed JAR Paris, maker's mark, French assay marks. With signed box. 

Condition

The reverse-set green stones are most likely tourmalines, green garnets and emeralds, but are impossible to identify due to style of mounting. Diamonds are set in blackened gold at the opening of the ball at the back of the earclips, not visible when worn. In very good condition. Signed JAR Paris. With maker's mark GB in lozenge and french assay marks.
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.

Catalogue Note

JAR was established at the illustrious Place Vendôme in 1977 by Joel Arthur Rosenthal, better know by his trade name JAR.  Born in New York City, Rosenthal studied art history at Harvard University, later working in the film industry and then with Bulgari.  Drawing upon the past, but allowing his natural creativity to dominate, he has reinterpreted jewelry as an art form, crossing the boundaries between ornamental jewels and sculpture.  JAR's work is always imaginative and beautifully crafted and often incorporates unusual gemstones in brilliant and unexpected combinations.