- 967
Gem set brooch, 'Othello', Michele della Valle
Estimate
3,500 - 5,500 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- Michele della Valle
- Ebody, diamonds, peridots, rubies, gold
The blackamoor with a carved ebony face, the turban and tunic embellished with a briolette and brilliant-cut diamonds, circular-cut rubies and peridots and a drop shaped seed pearl, signed Michele della Valle, numbered, Italian assay marks, case stamped della Valle.
Literature
Cf.: Michele della Valle, Jewels and Myths, Woodbridge, 2014, pg. 234 for an illustration of a brooch of similar design.
Condition
Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits may be required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewellery Department before bidding.
Signed Michele della Valle, numbered 120777. Italian assay mark for 18 carat gold, mounted in yellow gold. Ebony in overall good condition. Coloured stones well matched in colour, few nicks and scratches. Seed pearl of cream body colour, partly with rosé and green overtones, with good skin and luster, growth marks. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of little wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 25 grams. Case stamped della Valle.
"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.
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."
"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.
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."