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GOLD AND ENAMEL BROOCH, EMMANUEL-JULES JÖE DESCOMPS, CIRCA 1900
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- enamel and gold
Designed as a pansy applied with opalescent enamel, to a central figure of Joan of Arc clasping a sword, French assay mark, partial rubbed signature, J Descomps.
Literature
Cf: Vivienne Becker, Art Nouveau Jewelry, page 83, image 115
Cf: Ed.Hugh Tait, The Art of the Jeweller, A Catalogue of the Hull Grundy Gift to the British Museum, London, 1984, page 299, plate 1108; for similar examples of a pansy brooch depicting Joan of Arc.
Condition
Stamped with French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Minor losses to enamel. Scratches to jewel consistent with age and wear. Pin loose could benefit from attention by a professional jeweller. In good condition.
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"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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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
The designer Emmanuel-Jules Jöe Descomps (1872-1948) has examples of his jewels in the Art Nouveau style in the Hull Grundy Collection at the British Museum and the Victoria & Albert Museum, London.