Lot 173
- 173
Two Gold, Freshwater Pearl and Synthetic Sapphire Brooches, Ruser, and a Pendant-Necklace, Van Cleef & Arpels
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- gold, freshwater pearl, synthetic sapphire
The first 14 karat gold cherub holding a butterfly atop three freshwater pearls, with two synthetic sapphire eyes, the reverse inscribed 'Tuesday's Child is Full of Grace,' signed Ruser; the second 14 karat gold cherub atop two freshwater pearls carrying a bundle, with two synthetic sapphire eyes, the reverse inscribed, 'Thursday's Child has Far to Go,' signed Ruser; together with an 18 karat fluted gold pendant-locket suspended by a 14 karat oval-link chain, chain length 30 inches, the pendant signed VCA, indistinctly numbered 18V62-1.
Condition
In good condition. BROOCHES: The gold with minor porosity and nicking, evident upon close inspection. The creamy white baroque pearls with fair to good luster and strong rose and violet overtones. Evidence of yellow glue residue where the pearls are adhered to the brooch. The medium deep violet blue. The synthetic sapphire eyes are deep blue and decorative in quality. Please note the pearls have not been tested for natural origin. NECKLACE: Very minor scratching and porosity to the gold where the locket opens. The pendant number indistinct, stamped Italy.
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.