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Opal, cultured pearl and diamond necklace, 'Perlé', Gilbert Albert, 1991
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 CHF
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Description
- Gilbert Albert
- Cultured pearls, opals, diamonds, gold
Set with button and drop shaped cultured pearls, and brilliant-cut diamonds, the front embellished with two carved and polished opals, length approximately 370mm, signed Gilbert Albert, numbered, case signed Gilbert Albert.
Exhibited
St Peterbsurg, 1991.
Condition
Signed Gilbert Albert, numbered 844, maker's mark. Opals stated to weigh 33.27 carats, with vivid play-of-colour, in overall good condition. Cultured pearls well matched in colour, with good skin and luster, small blemishes and growth marks. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 4.00-5.00 carats. Little signs of wear to the metal. Clasp secure, safety catch. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 97 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.
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."
Catalogue Note
After studying jewellery craftsmanship and design at L'Ecole des Arts Industriels in Geneva, Gilbert Albert became the designer and head of Patek Philippe's workshop in 1955. In 1962, he founded his own workshop and thanks to his original and well-made pieces, he won five times the ‘Oscar’ at the Diamonds International Awards. His exceptional jewels using corals, pearls, shells, opals, crystals, diamonds and gemstones, on a worked gold mount, encountered great success with the international clientele and his creations were exhibited around the world in London, Tokyo, Johannesburg, New York. He was also the first living artist since 1917 to be invited to present his work in the Moscow Kremlin in 1991 and then in 2003.