Lot 111
- 111
18 Karat Gold Necklace with 'Ru-Yi' Pendant-Brooch, David Webb
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- David Webb
- gold
The textured scrollwork-style links supporting a detachable pendant-brooch of similar design, gross weight approximately 217 dwts, length 23 inches, the necklace signed Webb, the pendant-brooch signed David Webb; circa 1970.
Literature
David Webb: The Quintessential American Jeweler by Ruth Peltason, page 54.
Condition
In good condition with some gentle scratching to the gold throughout, not evident when worn. The necklace bears a nice heft with gross weight approximately 217 dwts. Pendant-brooch is detachable, with dimensions approximately 2 3/4 by 2 3/4 inches. Comfortable upon wear. Signed on an applied plaque on the reverse of the pendant-brooch.
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.