Lot 192
- 192
Art Nouveau Gold, Platinum, Enamel, Diamond and Pearl Brooch/Pendant-Necklace, Louis Aucoc, France, Circa 1901-1902
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- gold, platinum, diamond, enamel, pearl, brooch, necklace
Designed as lotus flowers and leaves applied with green enamel, accented by small rose-cut diamonds, supporting a pearl pendant, together with a gold link necklace, length 19 inches, maker's mark for Aucoc, French assay marks.
Condition
The enamelling is a matte texture and is in good condition overall. A very small amount of repair to one of the fronds near the center of the piece and a tiny amount of crazing to a few of the buds. The pearl is a creamy ivory shade with very good luster. With removeable brooch mechanism. The chain fitted with a large spring ring clasp. Please note that this lot is being sold without reserve.
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 example of this necklace is illustrated in The Paris Salons: 1895-1914, Vol. I: The Designers A-K, by Alastair Duncan, p. 43.
Please note the pearl has not been tested for natural origin.