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Gold and gem set bracelet, Giacinto Melillo, late 19th century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 CHF
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Description
- Giacinto Melillo
- Gold, enamel, seed pearl, paste
The seven square and two semi-circular hinged plaques applied with gold filigree and granulation work, decorated with floral and foliate motifs in polychrome enamel, a seed pearl and stone beads, length approximately 190mm, signed GM for Giacinto Melillo.
Literature
Cf: Geoffery C. Munn, Castellani and Giuliano: Revivalist Jewellers of the Nineteenth Century, London, 1984, pgs. 88 and 93.
Cf: David Bennett, Daniela Mascetti, Understanding Jewellery, Suffolk, 2007.
Cf: Susan Weber Soros, Stefanie Walker, Castellani and Italian Archaeological Jewelry, New Haven, 2004, pg. 213, no. 110 for a similar bracelet.
Condition
Signed GM on the reverse, near the clasp. Enamel in very good condition. Small seed pearl with good skin and green overtones. Sign of light wear to the metal, tarnish to the reverse consistent with age and use. In very good condition, well preserved. Gross weight approximately 99 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."
Catalogue Note
It is believed that the original inspiration for these plaques came from the discovery of fragments of Etruscan 'baule' earrings, popular between 700-500 BC. The Melillo bracelets were heavier than his master Castellani's versions due to the addition of gold plaques, applied on the reverse with a four-petal flower motif.