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Silver and amethyst pendant and a silver brooch, 'Assyrien', René Boivin, circa 1910
Estimate
9,000 - 13,000 CHF
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Description
- René Boivin
- Silver, amethyst
The silver pendant portraying the profile of two lions' heads, each holding a collet-set cabochon amethyst between their jaws, suspending a drop shaped amethyst, unsigned; the silver brooch also designed as a lion's head, signed René Boivin, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Literature
Cf: Françoise Cailles, René Boivin Joaillier, Paris, 1994, pg. 47 for illustrations of similar jewels.
Condition
The brooch signed René Boivin, French maker's mark for René Boivin, numbered 0427; French assay mark for silver. Pendant unsigned. Amethysts calculated to weigh a total of approximately 27.50 - 29.00 carats, well matched in colour, with typical crystal inclusions and very few abrasions. Signs of normal wear and tarnish to the metal consistent with age and use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 88 grams.
"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."