White Gold, Multi-Colored Sapphire and Diamond 'Reflection' Brooch, Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin, Circa 1940

Designed as a floral bouquet set with numerous blue, pink and purple sapphires weighing approximately 25.00 carats, further accented by single-cut diamonds, signed Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin, stamped Reflection.

In good condition, with minimal surface wear commensurate with age. The blue sapphires range from a light blue to a slightly violetish blue, while the pink and purple sapphires range from a pale pink to a rich, pinkish-purple. Overall they range from slightly to moderately included, with some stones exhibiting chipping, surface scratching, and abrading at the facet junctions only visiable under magnification. The diamonds weigh approximately .10 carat and are of decorative quality.
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.

Established during the 1940s, the 'Reflection' line was created from the partnership between Mauboussin and Trabert & Hoeffer. By allowing clients to choose from various design templates, metals and colored stones, the 'Reflection' jewels were highly individualized and vibrant pieces that encapsulated the personality of those they adorned. Like the piece offered here, many of the collection's jewels were stamped with both the mark of the design house and the mark for the 'Reflection' line, further enhancing the one-of-a-kind nature of these bespoke treasures.