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Exceptional and historic natural pearl and diamond pendant, 18th century
From Queen Marie Antoinette
Estimate CHF 995,000–1,990,000 / $1,000,000–2,000,000 -
Pair of diamond earrings, 19th century
From Marie Thérèse of Savoy, Duchess of Parma (1803-1879)
Estimate CHF 150,000–250,000 / $150,000–250,000 -
Ruby and diamond brooch/hair ornament weighing 6.89 carats, Bachruch, circa 1900
Estimate CHF 200,000–300,000 / $200,000–300,000
Given by Archduke Frédéric of Austria to his daughter, Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon-Parme -
Fabulous natural pearl and diamond necklace
Estimate CHF 200,000–300,000 / $200,000–300,000 -
Pair of natural pearl and diamond pendants, 19th century
Estimate CHF 30,000–50,000 / $30,000–50,000 -
Breathtaking diamond parure
Estimate CHF 300,000–500,000 / $300,000–500,000
Diamonds from the sword of the Duke of Berry, from Marie Thérèse de France, Duchess of Angoulême, and Princess Isabelle de Croÿ, Archduchess Frédéric of Austria -
Diamond pendant/brooch, circa 1870
Estimate CHF 25,000–35,000 / $25,000–35,000
Given by Charles III, Duke of Parma and Piacenza, to Princess Marie Pie de Bourbon-Siciles -
Impressive sapphire and diamond brooch weighing 30.70 carats, Ceylon, no heat, circa 1900
Estimate CHF 150,000–250,000 / $150,000–250,000
Given by Princess Isabelle de Croÿ, Archduchess Frédéric of Austria, to her daughter, Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria -
Impressive fancy orangy pink diamond ring weighing 2.44 carats, circa 1910
Estimate CHF 120,000–180,000 / $120,000–180,000
Given by Archduke Frédéric of Austria to his daughter, Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme
Overview
One of the most important royal jewellery collections ever to come to auction is set to capture the world’s imagination when it comes for sale at Sotheby’s in Geneva on 12 November 2018. Entitled “Royal Jewels from the Bourbon-Parma Family”, the auction will span centuries of European history, from the reign of Louis XVI to the fall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and will offer fascinating insights into the splendour of one of Europe’s most important royal dynasties.
Descended from Louis XIV of France, the Holy Roman Emperors and from Pope Paul III, the Bourbon-Parma family is linked by blood to the most important ruling families of Europe - from the Bourbons to the Habsburgs. Members of the lineage include Kings of France and Spain, Emperors of Austria and the Dukes of Parma. This illustrious ancestry is demonstrated by the extraordinary opulence of the pieces in the collection, led by a breath-taking group of jewels which once belonged to Queen Marie Antoinette, daughter of Holy Roman Empress Maria Teresa, and wife of Louis XVI, the most famous Queen of France, which have not been seen in public for 200 years.
Daniela Mascetti, Deputy Chairman, Sotheby’s Jewellery Europe and Senior International Specialist: “It is one of the most important royal jewellery collections ever to appear on the market and each and every jewel is absolutely imbued with history. Never before seen in public, this extraordinary group of jewels offers a captivating insight into the lives of its owners going back hundreds of years. What is also striking is the inherent beauty of the pieces themselves: the precious gems they are adorned with and the exceptional craftsmanship they display are stunning in their own right.”
EXHIBITIONS
Munich | 18 September 2018
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Germany
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Hong Kong | 28 September – 2 October
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Dubai | 7 – 9 October
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Gate Village Building 3
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New York | 12 – 16 October
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New York, NY 10021
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London | 20 – 22 October
34-35 New Bond Street
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Singapore | 26 – 27 October
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Singapore 249715
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Taipei | 30 – 31 October
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