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Spanish, late 17th century and Italian, circa 1600
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Pendant set with a cameo of the Annunciation
- onyx, set in partially enamelled gold, with emeralds, diamonds, and pearls
- Spanish, late 17th century and Italian, circa 1600
engraved with scrollwork on the reverse
Provenance
Melvin Gutman, New York;
his sale, at Parke-Bernet Galleries Inc. New York, 17 October 1969, lot 54;
Ralph Esmerian, New York
his sale, at Parke-Bernet Galleries Inc. New York, 17 October 1969, lot 54;
Ralph Esmerian, New York
Exhibited
Norfolk, Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences, The Melvin Gutman Collection of Antique Jewellery, 1964-1968
Literature
The Melvin Gutman Collection of Antique Jewellery, exh. cat. Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences, Norfolk, 1966, no. 113
Condition
The overall condition of the pendant is good, with some minor dirt and wear consistent with age. There is a minute chip on the edge of the cameo on the left of the cloud surrounding the angel's feet. There is some wear to the underside of the frame. There is a small chip to the emerald on the lower left, and a few more minor nicks to the others. The settings of the gems have a few minor tears and losses. The pendant is slightly warped. The suspension rings are later.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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
A cameo with a similar composition is mounted on an agate rosary in the Schatzkammer of the Munich Residenz. See H. Brunner, Treasury in the Munich Residence. Official Guide, Munich, 1998, p.30.