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Gold and diamond frame and faience and gold ring
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 CHF
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Description
- ceramic, diamonds, gold
The oval frame with a border of millegrain set rose diamonds and annular decoration accented with circular-cut stones, the picture depicting one of Suzanne Belperron's cat, the gold ring set with a ceramic scarab, size 46.
Literature
Cf: Sylvie Raulet & Olivier Baroin, Suzanne Belperron, 2011, page 45 for an illustration of the frame and page 203 for an illustration of the ring.
Condition
This lot is offered without a reserve.
Frame: Diamonds of decorative quality. The leather 'holder' at the back of the frame is broken, it holds thanks to the ribbon, evidence of glue. Glue marks also on photograph. Metal on frame and ring with signs of wear, scratches consistent with use. In 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. 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."
"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 ring is a precious souvenir of Suzanne Belperron's honeymoon in Egypt in 1924 and a testimony of her interest in the art of ancient civilisations. This journey inspired many of her creations.