The two lovebirds decorated with cabochon sapphires and rubies, and single-cut diamonds, resting atop a gold branch decorated with circular-cut ruby, sapphire and diamond flowers, the dial decorated with floral motifs and Roman numberals, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay and maker's marks. 

Cf: Evelyne Possémé (dir.), Van Cleef & Arpels: the Art of High Jewelry, Paris, 2012, pg. 176 for an 'Inséparables' themed clip.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Please note we do not guarantee watch movements. Mechanical movement in running condition at time of cataloguing. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered 58043. French maker's mark for Van Cleef & Arpels. French assay marks for platinum and gold. Cabochon sapphires well matched in colour, blue of medium light saturation, with typical inclusions, a few surface reaching. Rubies and sapphires well matched in colour, with typical inclusions, a few surface reaching, some nicks and abrasions. Diamonds bright and lively. In good condition, well preserved. Gross weight approximately 81 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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