- 321
A jewelled gold brooch, Hahn, St Petersburg, late 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- sapphire, diamonds, gold
- width 5.7cm, 2 1/4 in.
formed as a band of circular-cut diamonds entwining a cushion-cut sapphire-set figure eight and centred with a large oval diamond, pierced scroll sides, apparently unmarked, in original plush case with note
Provenance
Given by Empress Maria Feodorovna to Augusta, Lady Monson, lady-in-waiting to Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna, the Empress' sister-in-law
Thence by descent
Condition
Excellent condition, impressive weight, the case with time wear, the plush nearly all worn off.
"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
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