Lot 1718
  • 1718

ENAMEL, DIAMOND AND GEM-SET 'LADYBIRD' BROOCH, GARAVELLI; ENAMEL, DIAMOND AND GEM-SET 'BEE' BROOCH, BOUCHERON PARIS

Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description

  • ENAMEL, DIAMOND,GEM-SET,GOLD
The first brooch modelled as a whimsical ladybug, set with circular-cut yellow sapphires and diamonds, accented by black and blue enamel, signed Garavelli; the second brooch modelled as a bee,  with circular-cut diamond-set wings, to body of green and black enamel, signed Boucheron Paris; mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold. (2)

Condition

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the yellow sapphires on the "beetle" brooch are of medium to intense saturation, eye clean. Diamonds on both brooches are about F to G colours, VS clarity. Condition: These two brooches are offered without reserve. Enamel on both brooches are in good condition, overall both in very good condition.
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.