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Jadeite, lapis lazuli, enamel and diamond bracelet, Georges Fouquet, circa 1925
Estimate
55,000 - 78,000 CHF
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Description
- Georges Fouquet
- Gold, platinum, jade, lapis lazuli, enamel and diamonds
Composed of hexagonal links set with polished jadeite and lapis lazuli cabochons, framed with blue enamel, alternating with rectangular links set with circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 180mm, signed G. Fouquet, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case stamped G. Fouquet.
Literature
Cf.: Marie-Noël de Gary et alii, Les Fouquet. Bijoutiers & Joailliers à Paris 1860-1960, Paris, 1983, pg. 166 for an illustration of this bracelet.
Condition
Please note due to printing constraints the colour of the jadeite in the catalogue may not be an exact representation of the colour as the item itself.
Signed G. Fouquet, numbered 19133. Partial French maker's mark. French assay mark for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Jadeite well matched in colour, with some minor scratches and damages. Lapis lazuli well matched in colour, with some typical growth marks, pyrite and calcite inclusions. Enamel with some scratches, nicks , chips and damages; a few restorations on the enamel. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with age and use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 64 grams. Case stamped G. Fouquet, 6 rue Royale, Paris, damaged.
"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."