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Rock crystal and diamond brooch, Suzanne Belperron, 1932 - 1955
Estimate
45,000 - 72,000 CHF
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Description
- roch crystal, platinum, gold, diamond
Of descending scroll design, the carved rock crystal decorated with circular- and single-cut diamonds, French assay and maker's marks for Groëne et Darde.
Literature
Cf: Sylvie Raulet & Olivier Baroin, Suzanne Belperron, 2011, page 124 for illustrations of this jewel.
Condition
French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Maker's marks on clip. Rock crystal in good condition, light scratches and minor abrasions. Diamonds cannot be measured to mounting, bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. Well preserved and 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
This iconic Belperron design, in addition to being highly innovative and avant-garde, was extremely popular among Paris and New York trend setters. Belperron herself enjoyed wearing it as illustrated in the following pages.