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Archaeological-Revival Enamel and Diamond Pendant-Locket and Choker, Attributed to Eugène Fontenay
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- gold, diamond, enamel
The pendant-locket centered by a circular enamel plaque depicting Eros brandishing a thyrsus astride a rampant tiger, encircled by rose-cut diamonds within a frame of gold granulation and twisted gold wire, suspended from a bail of coiled serpents around a double-ended thyrsus, the locket interior fitted with a glazed compartment, completed by a flexible 'spiral rope' gold choker necklace, length 15½ inches, circa 1870.
Condition
In good condition, with light patina to gold commensurate with age and wear. Chain in good condition. Enamel in very good condition. The diamonds are near-colorless and approximately SI clarity. Gross weight approximately 68.6 dwts.
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.
Catalogue Note
For an example of this type of necklace by Auguste Leon, see French Jewelers of the 19th Century by Henri Vever, page 782, no. 4.
For an illustration of this same motif in an enamel pendant by Fontenay, see French Jewelers of the 19th Century by Henri Vever, page 818.
For an illustration of this same motif in an enamel pendant by Fontenay, see French Jewelers of the 19th Century by Henri Vever, page 818.