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The Bee, Designed by Michael Stadther, Made by Robert Underhill
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
The head pavé-set with 47 black diamonds weighing 1.55 carats, the body and eyes set with 67 round yellow diamonds weighing a total of 1.48 carats, completed by a baroque cultured pearl of natural black color measuring approximately 16.5 by 13.5 mm., the moveable wings of blue plique-à-jour enamel, the legs set with 179 round diamonds weighing 1.51 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat gold.
Condition
The bee is a jeweled object and does not have a brooch pin. Set with black, yellow and near colorless diamonds at the head, body and legs, respectively. The pearl is a deep gray color with strong overtones of green and purple. It is naturally ringed at the end. Plique-a-jour enameling in the wings is fractured in a few places, but not readily apparent to the naked eye. It seems to be stable. The wings are movable and the piece is in good condition overall. Stamped JD for Jewelry Designs (Bob Underhill of Danbury, CT).
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
The bee token was found in Santa Rosa, New Mexico.