Lot 316
- 316
Diamond tassel necklace, David Webb, 1960s
Estimate
180,000 - 220,000 USD
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Description
- David Webb
Designed as an articulated rope of bombé form crossing over in the center and ending in diamond chain tassels, composed of pavé-set diamond sections spaced by polished gold wire, the center accented with a tapered line of baguette diamonds, the whole set with numerous round diamonds weighing approximately 71.50 carats and 13 baguette diamonds weighing approximately 2.35 carats, mounted in 18 karat gold and platinum, signed Webb.
Condition
Weights were supplied by Webb. Diamonds are approximately G-I color and VS clarity. Flexible, tassels move nicely when worn. The inside of necklace measures approximately 15½ inches all around. In good condition and signed Webb.
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
This necklace is one-of-a-kind and was made by David Webb in the mid 1960s.