Lot 238
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Unique labradorite and diamond sculpture, David Webb
Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 CHF
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Description
- David Webb
Modelled as a monkey head set with brilliant-cut diamond eyes upon a gold frame, mounted on a perspex stand, may be worn as a pendant, signed Webb, illustrated without the stand.
Literature
Cf: Jewelry from the Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Sotheby's New York, 1996, pages 448-449.
Condition
Stamped 750 for gold on sculpture and stand. Diamonds bright and lively. Labradorite bluish grey colour with medium play of colour, typical crystal inclusions some reaching surface, minor traces of glue around right ear, some minor nicks. Perspex stand with a few scratches, a few gold fluted feet slightly bent. Signs of normal wear to the metal, minor scratches and tarnish. In good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy commissioned David Webb to design paperweights made of various American minerals to be given as gifts to visiting dignitaries. One notable example is an American eagle, which was presented to King Hassan of Morocco during his visi♚t tꦛo the United States.