Lot 115
- 115
Platinum, Diamond and Natural Pearl Brooch, Marcus & Co., Circa 1900-1915
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Marcus & Co.
- platinum, diamond, natural pearl
Designed as a bow with articulated ribbons set with numerous old European and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 10.00 carats, suspending two natural pearl drops measuring approximately 7.8 and 7.7 mm, signed M & Co, numbered A31518.
Exhibited
Artistic Luxury: Fabergé, Tiffany, Lalique, Cleveland Museum of Art and the Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco, September 15, 2008-June 15, 2009, cat. 201, pages 239 and 254.
Condition
In very good condition and well-made with a delicate design. The 508 old European and single-cut diamonds are approximately F-H color, predominantly VS clarity. The two pearl drops have a silvery white body color with one pearl exhibiting a slightly golden hue. The pearls have good luster with light ringing; minor peeling of the skin of the more golden colored pearl seen under magnification. The top hinge on the bow's left ribbon is slightly looser than the top hinge on the right ribbon, probably due to wear and age. The lower links are nicely articulated, providing an attractive movement. Maker's mark on the lower rim of the central swag. Illegible scratch number next to Marcus & Co. number. Accompanied by GIA report no. 1142846432 stating that the pearls are natural, saltwater.
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
Accompanied by GIA report no. 1142846432 stating that the pearls are natural, saltwater.
Illustrated in Artistic Luxury: Fabergé, Tiffany, Lalique, by Stephen Harrison, Emmanuel Ducamp and Jeannine Falino, pages 238 and 254.
Illustrated in Artistic Luxury: Fabergé, Tiffany, Lalique, by Stephen Harrison, Emmanuel Ducamp and Jeannine Falino, pages 238 and 254.