Lot 290
- 290
Group of 18 karat gold, enamel and diamond 'tiger' jewelry, David Webb
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- David Webb
All decorated with white and black enamel stripes, including a brooch depicting a stalking tiger with a paw outstretched, 2 round emeralds for eyes, the face and collar set with 19 round diamonds weighing approximately 1.00 carat; a dome ring decorated with wavy lines of single-cut diamonds, size 7, and a pair of earclips, all mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, signed David Webb or Webb, earclips unsigned.
Condition
BROOCH: Enamel is slightly damaged or missing at the outstretched paw and bend in tail. Diamonds are of decorative quality and emerald eyes are bright green. Signed Webb under outstretched paw. RING: Damage to the enamel in several places, particularly on the black enamel striping. Diamonds are of decorative quality. Signed David Webb on inner sizing band. EARCLIPS: A small amount of damage at the bottom of each of the earclips where they attach to the backs. Unsigned.
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.
Catalogue Note
See also lots 197 through 209 from the Estate of Judith Riklis.