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DIAMOND NECKLACE, 'TREE OF LIFE', SALVADOR DALÍ, ALEMANY AND ERTMAN INC, 1950S
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
designed as a series of textured leaves on a branch highlighted at intervals with brilliant-cut diamonds, one leaf to front signed Dalí, clasp reverse signed Cop Alemany & Ertman Inc, length approximately 405mm.
Literature
Cf: Salvador Dalí, 'Dalí: a Study of His Art-in-Jewels', New York, 1959, page 40, for an example of his necklace 'the Tree of Life' set with sapphires and diamonds.
Condition
Signed Cop Alemany & Ertman Inc to clasp, one leaf signed Dali in black enamel to front. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated total diamond weight approximately 1.00 - 1.50 carats. Links well-articulated, clasp secure. One area of light discouration to metal, possibly associated with solder repair, to reverse of one leaf. Light scratches to metal surfaces consistent with age and wear. Total weight approximately 81.3 grams. 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.
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."
Catalogue Note
My object is to show the jeweler's art in true perspective - where the design and craftsmanship are to be valued above the material worth of the gems.' Dalí, 'A Study of His Art-in-Jewels'. After working with the jeweller Fulco di Verdura, Dali started working with Alemany and Ertman in 1949 producing some of his most famous jewels such as the melted watch from The Persistence of Memory (1931), realised as a brooch; and the ruby and pearl lips inspired by the actress Mae West.