18 Karat Gold, Blackened Gold, Colored Diamond, Diamond, Citrine and Ruby Dog Brooch, René Boivin, France

The reclining labrador retriever with a fully articulated torso, ears, paws and tail set with numerous round and single-cut diamonds of near colorless, brown and yellow hues weighing approximately 28.95 carats, the collar set with 19 buff-topped rubies, completed by two cabochon citrine eyes, accented by a blackened gold nose and pads on the back paws, signed René Boivin Paris, with French assay and workshop marks; the collar removes for wear as a ring, size 7.

In very good condition. The body of the dog is articulated, very flexible and well made. It is designed to be worn on a person's shoulder. The diamonds range from light yellow to medium slightly orangy yellow to medium dark brownish yellow. The various hues used are meant to invoke the various highlights in a dog's fur. The dog's ears move up and down. The rubies on the collar are medium slightly purplish red, well-matched for color and eye-clean and the collar comes off of the dog to become a ring. The eyes are likely cabochon citrines and they are medium dark slightly brownish orange. Stamped with a workshop mark for Profillet; probably designed by Juliette Moutard. Please note the diamonds have not been tested for natural origin of color.
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.

For brooches of similar style please see the following:

René Boivin: Joaillier, Françoise Cailles, page 213.

The Jeweled Menagerie: The World of Animals in Gems, Suzanne Tennanbaum and Janet Zapata, page 192.

Please note that the diamonds have not been tested for natural origin of color.