Lot 199
- 199
18 Karat White Gold, Freshwater Cultured Pearl, Colored Stone and Diamond 'Ollie' Brooch, Geoff Rowlandson
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Geoff Rowlandson
- DIAMOND, METAL, CITRINE, CULTURED PEARL
Designed as an ostrich, the eye and tail feathers set with round diamonds weighing approximately .30 carat, the feet set with two triangle-shaped citrines, signed G. Rowlandson, Ollie, GB 243, RLD. With signed and fitted presentation box.
Condition
In good overall condition. The baroque freshwater pearl has a silvery white body color with strong overtones of rose, yellow, green and blue. Displays good luster and exhibits noticeable wrinkling, dimpling and some minor pitting, which is typical of this type of baroque freshwater pearl. The diamonds are approximately E-G color, predominantly VVS-VS clarity. The citrines are a medium-deep slightly yellowish brownish orange and lightly included. Dimensions of brooch approximately 3 1/2 by 1 1/2 inches. Signed and numbered on the reverse. The box inscribed 'Ollie' and 'Designed by Geoff Rowlandson'.
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.