- 1654
Multi-colour Jadeite, Cultured Pearl, Coloured Sapphire and Diamond 'Clown' Brooch, Mason Tsai
Estimate
220,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description
- jadeite, cultured pearl, coloured sapphire, gold
Modelled as a whimsical clown holding on one hand a handbag set with a highly translucent curved icy jadeite plaque, the other hand an articulated balloon cultured pearl measuring approximately 16.77mm, the body embellished by four carved jadeite plaques of highly translucent emerald green colour, decorated by translucent icy jadeite cabochons, yellow jadeite cabochons, variously-cut rubies, coloured sapphires, diamonds and black diamonds, the diamonds and black diamonds together weighing approximately 5.90 carats, mounted in 18 karat blackened and yellow gold, with pendant loop fitting, signed.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificates, the multi-colour jadeites are natural, type "A" jadeite. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the jadeites are of various hues, including strong emerald green colour, icy tone, yellowish orange and orange hues. All are highly translucent. Cultured pearl is of white colour with slight rosè overtone, very good lustre, round and clean to naked eyes. Coloured stones are of various vivid hues, eye clean and lively.
Condition: Hand-made, unique piece, with nice workmanship and whimsical design, in excellent condition.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the US. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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
Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 84118(1-2), dated 27 January 2014, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A jade".