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Pair of gold and gem set pendent earrings, Circa 1825, composite
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- turquoise, garnet, gold
Each suspending a pendant composed of fine cannetille work, highlighted throughout with circular-cut and pear-shaped foiled back garnets and cabochon turquoises.
Condition
Garnets generally dark reddish purple, some lighter in colour, one stone chipped. Turquoise generally light blue in colour, some discoloured. Some evidence of solder between surmount and pendant. Abrasions to mount consistent with age and wear. Later earring fittings applied to reverse, possibly converted/adapted from necklace links and brooch drops. 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
Similar examples of garnet and turquoise cannetille jewels can be found in the British Museum, in the Hull Grundy Collection. The technique of cannetille work was very popular in the 1820s and 30s in Europe and uses very fine gold wires wound into tight coils and scrolls. This decoration is often further embellished with burr and bead work granulation. The inspiration of cannetille work is thought to be derived from fine embroidery from Portugal or India using twisted gold or silver threads.