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Amethyst, diamond and demantoid garnet necklace, Russian, St. Petersburg, circa 1910
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
Set in platinum-topped gold with hexagonal-cut amethysts measuring approximately 16.9 to 10.5 mm., old mine and rose-cut diamonds weighing approximately 3.20 carats and with demantoid garnets, length 16 3/4 inches, unsigned, but possibly Fabergé, with a rubbed maker's mark AH, for Albert Holmström, assay mark for St. Petersburg, 1908-1917.
Condition
The mark "11" in the assay mark refers to the weight of the mounting, i.e. 11 zolotniks. Set with 11 hexagonal-cut amethysts, 22 round demantoid garnets, 168 rose-cut and 77 old European-cut diamonds. The amethysts are a rich medium purple color, with some minor color zoning, the demantoid garnets range in color from light yellow-green to medium deep yellowish green, many of them with abrasions to the facet junctions. The diamonds are of decorative quality. Evidence of solder repair on link adjacent to the center, but in good condition overall. The necklace must be worn with the figure-8 safety closure facing upward for the necklace to lay correctly.
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
Illustrated in Stephen Harrison, Emmanuel Ducamp and Jeannine Falino, Artistic Luxury: Fabergé, Tiffany, Lalique, pp. 26-27, cat. 78, and exhibited October 19, 2008 through January 18, 2009 at The Cleveland Museum of Art and at the San Francisco Fine Arts Museums Legion of Honor February 7th through May 31, 2009.