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Gem-set and diamond brooch, Seaman Schepps
Estimate
22,000 - 32,000 CHF
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Description
- Seaman Schepps
- signed Seaman Schepps and numbered, maker's marks.
Designed as a fish, the scales set with multi-coloured spinels, the head pavé-set with rose-cut diamonds, to a cabochon garnet eye, mounted in yellow and white gold,
Literature
For similar examples, please refer to Seaman Schepps, Century of New York Jewelry Design, Amanda Vaill and Janet Zapata, The Vendôme Press, 2004, page 122-123.
Condition
Stamped 750 for gold. Numbered to underside of dorsal fin P15401. Garnet stated to weigh approximately 4.00 carats, a medium brownish purplish red hue, typical inclusions only visible with magnification. The multi-coloured spinels stated to weigh 20.00 carats, colours ranging from light greyish blue to intense violetish blue, from light reddish purple to strongly purplish red. Typical inclusions visible with magnification. Diamonds not possible to measure accurately due to cut, bright, lively well matched stones. Pin fitting to reverse a little bent, some minor scratches to metal. In good condition.
"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."