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Gold, enamel and freshwater pearl necklace, Vever, circa 1900
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Vever
- Gold, enamel, pearls
Designed as a wisteria spray, with plique-à-jour enamel leaves, suspending freshwater pearl flower buds, to a fancy link chain, length approximately 515mm, unsigned, chain with French assay and indistinct maker's marks.
Literature
Cf: Henri Vever, "French Jewellery of the Nineteenth Century", Thames & Hudson 2001, page 1178, for a photograph of the pendant by Maison Vever, 1900.
Condition
Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating that the pearl tested was found to be natural, saltwater.
Chain stamped 345 for 9 carat gold, with French assay and indistinct maker's marks. Damage to two of the three plique-à-jour enamel leaves. Pearls with medium lustres. Secure clasp fitting to both pendant and chain. Scratches to metal consistent with wear. Overall 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
Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating that the pearl tested was found to be natural, saltwater.