Lot 191
  • 191

18 Karat White Gold, Freshwater Cultured Pearl and Diamond 'Art Deco Lamp' Brooch, Geoff Rowlandson

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Geoff Rowlandson
  • white diamond, cultured pearls, gold
Designed as a mushroom-style Art Deco lamp, the shade and base set with eight baroque freshwater cultured pearls, accented by round diamonds weighing approximately 2.50 carats, inscribed RLD; fitted with additional coil and safety pin. With signed and fitted presentation box.

Condition

In excellent condition. The diamonds are approximately F-G color, VVS-VS clarity. The baroque freshwater pearls have silvery white bodycolor, with moderate rose and green overtones and good luster. The pearls exhibit noticeable wrinkling and dimpling as is typical of this type of baroque freshwater pearls. The brooch is fitted with a platinum safety chain with a small pin, which can be pinned to the wearer to make it extra secure. The fitted box has two plaques on the top that are inscribed "Art Deco Lamp GB029" and "Designed by Geoff Rowlandson".
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.