Lot 218
- 218
Natural pearl, sapphire and diamond bracelet, Eugenio Bellosio, circa 1889
Estimate
5,500 - 6,500 GBP
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Description
- Eugenio Bellosio
- natural saltwater pearl, sapphire, gold, silver, metal, diamond
Designed as three oval plaques depicting Classical scenes, each within a frame of rose diamonds, the hinges accented with natural pearls and cushion-shaped sapphires, length approximately 185mm, inscribed E. Bellosio Fece 1889, accompanied by later fitted case.
Condition
Mounted in gold and silver. Inscribed E. Bellosio Fece 1889. Sapphires medium blue, well matched, typical inclusions visible under magnification, abrasions consistent with wear. Pearls of cream colour, some hairline cracks visible. Diamonds bright and lively. Secure clasp. Abrasions to metal consistent with age and wear. Accompanied by later fitted case.
"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
Accompanied by CISGEM report no. 398, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater.
Eugenio Bellosio ( Milan 1847- Magreglio 1927) was an Italian famous engraver. Silversmith and goldsmith, Bellosio was very well known for his c♍omplex designs of flatware, chalices and inkwells in the Renaissance revival style and for his silver altar for the church of S.Marta at Magreglio.