Lot 54
  • 54

18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Brooch, Marchak, Paris

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Marchak
  • gold, platinum, sapphire, emerald, diamond
Centered by a pear-shaped sapphire briolette measuring approximately 23.8 by 16.2 by 11.5 mm, framed by 41 pear-shaped emeralds weighing approximately 22.00 carats and 22 pear-shaped sapphires weighing approximately 6.00 carats, accented by round and marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 1.90 carats, signed Marchak Paris, with French assay and workshop marks; circa 1960.

Condition

In good condition. The pear-shaped briolette sapphire is medium light violetish blue and moderately included. Although the inclusions cause the sapphire to be semi-transparent, they give the stone a decorative quality that enhances the artistic nature of the brooch. The emeralds are medium light green and range from moderately to heavily included, most with surface reaching fractures. The pear-shaped sapphires are medium violetish blue and range from lightly to moderately included. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, VS clarity. The clusters of sapphires on the bottom and the side of the brooch are articulated so they can move when the brooch is worn.
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.