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Gem set and diamond bird brooch, Sterlé, circa 1970
Estimate
18,000 - 26,000 GBP
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Description
- Sterlé
- sapphire, aquamarine, gold diamonds
The stylised bird composed of overlaid squared rods bursting into flight and set throughout with circular-cut sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds, around a cabochon aquamarine body, French assay and maker's marks.
Literature
Cf: Suzanne Tennenbaum & Janet Zapata The Jeweled Menagerie The World of Animals in Gems, Thames & Hudson 2001, pages 132-135 for examples of similar bird brooches by Sterlé.
Condition
French assay and maker's marks for 18 carat gold and platinum. Sapphires dark blue and well matched for colour. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated colour G-H and VS clarity on average. Aquamarine of medium blue/green, included typical inclusions visible to the naked eye with minor surface reaching fissures. Scratches to metal consistent with wear. Pins are in good working order. In good condition.
"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.
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.
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."