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18 Karat Gold, Turquoise, Diamond and Enamel Brooch, Georges Fouquet
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Georges Fouquet
- gold, turquoise, onyx, diamond, enamel
The crescent-shaped segment applied with black enamel terminating with three turquoise cabochons measuring approximately 12.6 by 9.0 by 5.6 mm, framed by black enamel and accented by old European and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately .30 carat, signed G. Fouquet, numbered 22693, with French assay and workshop marks; circa 1925-1930.
Literature
Illustrated in Les Fouquet: Bijoutiers & Joalliers à Paris 1860-1960, pl. 131.
Condition
In good general condition with surface wear commensurate with age. The lively, medium very slightly greenish blue turquoises with significant matrix used to decorative effect. Losses to the enamel on the bezels. The body of the brooch is done in enamel, not onyx as stated in the printed catalogue. The diamonds approximately F-G color, VS-SI clarity.
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.