Lot 393
- 393
18 Karat Gold and Citrine Brooch, France
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- gold, citrine
Of geometric design, centered by a cushion-cut citrine framed by 32 calibré-cut citrines, with French assay and maker's marks; with a later added gold link bracelet, length 7 inches; total gross weight approximately 43 dwts.
Condition
In good condition overall. The citrines range from a medium brownish yellow to brownish orange, lightly included with a few examples exhibiting minute chipping to the girdle and abrading at the facet junctions. This piece can be worn as a bracelet or a brooch; in order to separate the bracelet segment from the brooch, flip open the double pin and detach the segment from the latch. Bracelet fitted with a safety closure.
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
This bracelet is similar in design to many jewels made by René Boivin in the 1930s. Jewelry of similar style is illustrated in René Boivin: Jeweller by Françoise Cailles, pages 142, 171, 179 and 209.