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Lot 479
  • 479

Fine diamond demi-parure, 'Ingres', Van Cleef & Arpels, 1970s

Estimate
290,000 - 480,000 CHF
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Description

  • Van Cleef & Arpels
  • Diamonds, platinum and gold
Comprising: a brooch of chandelier design, set with pear-, marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, brooch fitting detachable, can be worn as a pendant, and a pair of ear clips, each piece signed Van Cleef & Arpels, ear clips numbered, French assay and maker's marks

Condition

Brooch signed Van Cleef & Arpels. French maker's marks for Van Cleef & Arpels. French assay marks for gold and stamped OR. Stamped PT950 for platinum. Pear-shaped diamonds ranging from approximately 1.00 to 4.03 carats, calculated to weigh a total of approximately 17.20 carats, marquise-shaped diamonds ranging from approximately 0.40 to 1.40 carats, calculated to weigh a total of approximately 10.50 carats, brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 7.35 carats. Sliding safety catch for brooch and pendant, both close securely. Each pair of ear clip signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered CS 11397. French maker's marks for Van Cleef & Arpels. French assay marks for platinum and gold and stamped OR for gold. The four largest pear-shaped diamonds on the ear clips ranging from approximately 1.45 to 3.10 carats, all pear-shaped diamonds calculated to weigh a total of approximately 24.15 carats, brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 11.25 carats. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 65.00 - 75.00 carats, on average G-I colour, VS-SI2 clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 83 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."

Catalogue Note

Cf.: Sylvie Raulet, Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, 1986, pg. 138 for an illustration of a colerette 'Ingres', dated 1971, set at the centre with a marquise-shaped diamond, the brooch and ear clips are illustrated worn as pendants with a diamond necklace.