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Enamel longchain necklace, Lalique, circa 1900
Estimate
55,000 - 62,000 CHF
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Description
- Lalique
- gold, enamel
Alternate links and pendant designed as sprays of wisteria applied with plique à jour and pearlescent enamel, length approximately 620mm, signed Lalique.
Literature
Cf: Sigrid Barten, René Lalique: Schmuck und Objets d'art 1890 - 1910, Munich, 1977, pages 128, 185 and 259; and Cf: René Lalique, Musée des Arts décoratifs, Réunion des Musées nationaux, Paris, 1991, page 68 for similar examples of wisteria jewels by Lalique.
Condition
Stamped with French assay and import marks for 18 carat gold. Pendant signed Lalique on top of the loop. Little areas of loss to the enamel. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition and well preserved.
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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."