Lot 467
- 467
Yellow gold and diamond necklace/clips, Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1945
Estimate
55,000 - 85,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- diamond, gold
The double snake link chain accented with six semi-spherical elements pierced with geometric motifs and decorated with brilliant-cut diamond florets, further set with step-cut citrines, suspending a diamond set clip with two tassels and an open work fine garland frame, length approximately 370mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY and numbered, each element on the necklace is detachable, the demi-spheres may be worn as clips.
Literature
Cf: Sylvie Raulet, Bijoux des années 1940-1950, Paris, 1987, page 175 for an illustratrion of a similar necklace designed by Van Cleef & Arpels in 1943.
Condition
Central clip signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY and numbered NY 11660. Necklace unsigned. Each element on the necklace is detachable, the demi-spheres may be worn as clips. The central motif with brooch fitting. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 7.50 - 8.00 carats, G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in yellow gold mount. Clasp secure. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. 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."