Lot 259
- 259
18 Karat Gold and Diamond 'Tulip' Double-Clip Brooch, René Boivin, France, Circa 1940
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- René Boivin
- 18 karat gold, diamond, brooch
The polished gold flowers designed as tulips set throughout with rose-cut diamonds, maker's mark for Boivin, French assay marks, flowers detach to be worn separately.
Condition
Very good condition with gentle wear and oxidation to the gold. The rose-cut diamonds are approximately near colorless, decorative in quality with numerousI clarity examples; approximately 5.00 carats. Maker's mark found on the undercarriage connecting the two clips and on the double pin-stems to each clip; a partial maker's mark may be found on the pinstem connecting the two clips. French assay marks may be found throughout.
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
A similar brooch is illustrated in René Boivin: Jeweller, Françoise Cailles, p. 229.
The tulip clip is a true signature design of the House of Boivin. When many French firms moved aw🅠ay from naturalism in the wake of the Art Deco movement, Boivin did not. The firm followed the fashion of the new geometry, but also continued to sculpt floral creations, mostly in yellow gold. In the 1940s and 50s, the flowers became more stylized in their imagery as is the case with this double-clip brooch.