- 83
Gold and diamond evening bag, 'Melone', Bulgari
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 CHF
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Description
- Bulgari
- yellow, white and pink gold 750, diamond
Of fluted design, composed of three toned gold, the thumbpiece set with brilliant-cut diamonds, opening to reveal a brown suede interior fitted with an oval mirror, measuring approximately 135 x 83 x 40mm, signed Bulgari, Italian assay marks.
Literature
Cf: Amanda Triossi and Daniela Mascetti, Bulgari, Milan, 2007, pages 244 and 245 for other examples of Melone evening bags, one of the most iconic Bulgari designs.
Condition
Stamped with 750 for 18 carat gold. Signed Bulgari, stamped with Italian assay marks. Depth of diamond not possible to measure due to mounting, bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Total weight approximately 366 gram.
"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."