18 karat gold, ruby, diamond, bone and enamel walrus brooch, Tiffany & Co., Circa 1965

Set with round diamonds weighing approximately 1.80 carats, round rubies and bone tusks, applied with red, blue, green and white enamel, signed Tiffany & Co.

Set with 38 round diamonds approximately G-H color and VS clarity; and 4 round medium deep red rubies. A small spot of enamel loss to green enamel on the pant leg, significant loss to blue enamel on the coat sleeve, underneath tusk, therefore not apparent upon first glance. Diamonds are approximately G-H color and VS clarity. In good condition overall. Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding. Donald Claflin joined Tiffany & Co. in 1965 having previously worked for David Webb, Inc. Already a sought-after designer, he was especially popular with a younger generation of jewelry buyers who were drawn to his colorful and whimsical creations. Tiffany's chose Claflin to design their entire Tanzanite Collection as well as a new "Tiffany" setting for rings. One of his most original and enduring projects was a series of whimsical animals based on well-loved characters from children's literature. Claflin had a special talent for combining unusual materials and, along with Schlumberger, was responsible for Tiffany's leadership in contemporary design during this time.
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.
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Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export.  If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding.

Donald Claflin joined Tiffany & Co. in 1965 having previously worked for David Webb, Inc. Already a sought-after designer, he was especially popular with a younger generation of jewelry buyers who were drawn to his colorful and whimsical creations. Tiffany's chose Claflin to design their entire Tanzanite Collection as well as a new "Tiffany" setting for rings. One of his most original and enduring projects was a series of whimsical animals based on well-loved characters from children's literature. Claflin had a special talent for combining unusual materials and, along with Schlumberger, was responsible for Tiffany's leadership in contemporary design during this time.