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Diamond brooch, 'capillaire', Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1960
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- gold, diamond
Of foliate design, set with circular-cut diamonds, indistinctly signed Van Cleef & Arpels, French assay and maker's marks.
Exhibited
A similar brooch appeared in the exhibition: Set in Style; The Jewelry of Van Cleef & Arpels, Smithsonian, Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, New York, February 18 – July 4, 2011, pages 136-137, dated 1959.
Literature
Cf: Sarah D. Coffin, Set in Style: The Jewellery of Van Cleef & Arpels, New York, 2011, pages 136-137 for similar examples of this jewel and Sylvie Raulet, "Van Cleef & Arpels", Editions Du Regard, 1986, page 197 for a similar example of a "Capillaire" clip from 1946.
Condition
Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Partially signed Van Cleef & Arpels, very indistinct. Maker's marks. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 4.00-6.00 carats, estimated colour G/I, estimated clarity VS. One pin slightly bent. Light scratches to mount consistent with wear. 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.
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"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."