Lot 201
- 201
Diamond bracelet, 'Vaucanson', Boucheron, circa 1934
Estimate
28,000 - 37,000 CHF
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Description
- Boucheron
- platinum, gold, diamond
The reversible bracelet, featuring a triple row of yellow gold links to one side, the other side composed of platinum set with circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 180mm, French assay and partial maker's marks.
Literature
Bijoux Art-Deco et Avant-Garde; Jean Desprès et les Bijoutiers Modernes, Musée des Arts Décoratifs, 2009, Paris, pages 233 and 234 for a similar bracelet by Boucheron, model no. 1397, created in April 1934; additionally page 103 for a wider version of this bracelet.
Condition
Partial maker's mark and stamped DEPOSE. French assay marks for platinum and gold. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 20.00 - 22.50 carats, of mixed colours and clarities, majority I-J colour, SI clarity (a few I), as gauged and graded in the mounting (closed back setting). Clasp secure, opens by pushing the two small knobs in. Signs of normal wear to the mounting, scratches consistent with age and use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 80 grams.
"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.
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"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."
Catalogue Note
As written in the exhibition catalogue Bijoux Art-Deco et Avant-Garde, this design was "conçus pour être réversibles: côté or jaune pour le jour, côté or gris (ou platine) et diamants pour le soir", [created to be reversible: yellow gold for day, white gold (or platinum) and diamonds for evening]. As the 1930s coincided with the Great Depression, a reversible bracelet of this quality was both luxurious and practical.