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Egyptian Revival 18 Karat Gold, Enamel and Stone Scarab Choker Necklace, Maurice Robin et Cie, France, Circa 1900
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- gold, enamel, scarab, necklace
The openwork links composed of cobra and winged vulture motifs spaced by four ancient glazed steatite scarabs and one hardstone scarab dating from the New Kingdom (1550-1070 B.C.) alternating with five Egyptian Revival gold scarabs, enhanced throughout with applied blue enamel and blue and green plique-à-jour enamel, length 14 inches, maker's mark for Maurice Robin et Cie, French assay marks.
Condition
The turquoise-colored glazing has worn off of the scarabs, due to age and wear. The enamel is largely intact, with some damage to the middle row of the necklace and some losses to the blue enamel on some of the birds wings. In very good condition overall, especially given the age of the piece. In the inconography of Ancient Egypt, scarabs were used as symbols of rebirth and cobras as symbols of royalty. According to Sotheby's Director of Antiquities, Richard Keresey, one of the steatite scarabs bears the name of King Tuthmosis III
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.
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.