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Ivory and diamond pendant, Frédéric de Vernon, circa 1900
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Frédéric de Vernon
- ivory, diamond, gold, metal
The circular ivory cameo pendant depicting the Virgin Mary, signed F. Vernon, framed by rose diamonds, the obverse engraved with the letter 'M' within a cloudscape, French assay and maker's marks, numbered, fitted case stamped Lacloche Frères.
Condition
Cameo signed F. Vernon. French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Numbered 1162 and 46668. Ivory in good condition. Diamonds bright and lively. Scratches to metal consistent with age and wear. In good condition. Fitted case stamped Lacloche Frères.
"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
Frédéric Charles Victor de Vernon (1858-1912) was a celebrated medal engraver and sculptor. His pieces were featured in numerous exhibitions in the Salon des Artistes and also the Paris Universal exhibition in 1900, where his work was awarded a gold medal. He was named Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur in the same year, and his pieces now form part of several museum collections in France.