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Gold and enamel brooch, Lalique, circa 1900
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Lalique
- Gold, enamel
The plaque depicting a line of angels singing, applied with translucent pearlescent enamel, signed Lalique, French assay marks.
Literature
Cf: Maria Teresa Gomes Ferreira, 'Lalique Bijoux', Lisbonne 1999, page 115.
Cf: Sigrid Barten, 'René Lalique', Bonn 1977, page 405 for similar examples of this brooch.
Cf: Sotheby's, "The Jewellery Collection of The Late Michael Wellby", London 11th December 2012, page 75, lot 175 for an example of a similar brooch by Lalique.
Cf: Sigrid Barten, 'René Lalique', Bonn 1977, page 405 for similar examples of this brooch.
Cf: Sotheby's, "The Jewellery Collection of The Late Michael Wellby", London 11th December 2012, page 75, lot 175 for an example of a similar brooch by Lalique.
Condition
Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Signed Lalique. Gross weight approximately 16.4 grams. Translucent enamel in good order. Slight scratches to metal consistent with wear. Pin fitting secure. In very good condition.
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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."