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Aquamarine, cultured pearl and diamond pendent necklace, Elmar Seidler, first half of the 20th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- Elmar Seidler
- Acquamarine, diamond, cultured pearl and gold
The oval aquamarine millegrain-set within a mount of intricate metal work, surmounted with cultured pearls, circular- and single-cut diamonds, the reverse decorated with multi-coloured enamel, length approximately 560mm, unsigned.
Condition
Aquamarine measuring approximately 29.10 x 23.05 x 12.09mm , weighing approximately 45.50 - 50.50 carats, as gauged in collet-setting; loupe clean, very slightly greenish blue. Cultured pearls of white body colour, with good skin and luster. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, consistent with age and use. Chain may be removed from pendant, clasp closes securely; safety catch. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 69 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.
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."
"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
Elmar Seidler (1904-1976) began his career as a goldsmith's apprentice at the age of fourteen, in the town of Konstanz, Germany, where he was born. In 1921, he moved to Munich where he trained with renowned Art Nouveau jeweller, Karl Rothmüller. By 1926, having attained the level of master jeweller, he opened his own shop on Schellingstrasse, in Munich. Highly active in the 1930's, a time in which the Art Deco style was all the rage in Europe, Seidler's jewels of decidedly ancient Greek and Roman inspiration would have stood out as unique, as they do today.