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Gold, Sapphire, Peridot and Enamel Pendant-Necklace, Louis Comfort Tiffany
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Louis Comfort Tiffany
- gold, sapphire, peridot, enamel
The pendant of web design, centered by an oval-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 5.00 carats, framed and suspended by nine cabochon peridots, completed by an openwork chain applied with green plique-à-jour enamel, length 15 inches, signed Tiffany & Co.; pendant detachable; circa 1910.
Condition
In good general condition with gentle wear to the gold. The light yellowish green plique-à-jour enamel remains intact on the chain. 10 of the cells to the perimeter of the pendant with missing or significantly damaged enamel. The base of the pendant is composed of fine openwork links of similar design to those in the chain; two sections of these links are missing and there is complete enamel loss to 9 of the remaining cells. The base of the pendant, however, is not visible when worn. The sapphire is medium violet-blue, lightly included and with abrasions to the facet junctions and girdle. The peridots are medium-light yellow-green, with minute abrasions but otherwise eye-clean. Signed on curved applied plaque at bottom of pendant. The pendant with pinstem fittings, but the brooch mechanism is no longer exant. Please note that although this piece is stated to be 18 karat gold in the printed catalogue, it does not bear any assay marks. It does, however, hold up to 18 karat testing acid.
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.