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DIAMOND BROOCH, KÖCHERT, CIRCA 1900
Estimate
12,000 - 16,000 CHF
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Description
- Köchert
Designed as an open work plaque, collet-set with circular-cut diamonds, detachable brooch fitting, Austrian assay and marker's marks for Köchert, fitted case stamped Köchert.
Provenance
Given by Archduke Rainier Ferdinand of Austria (1827-1913) and his wife, Archduchess Marie Caroline of Austria (1825-1915), to Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria (1882-1940) on the occasion of her wedding to Prince Elie de Bourbon-Parme (1880-1959) in 1903. Princess Marie Anne de Bourbon Parme states in her inventory:
"Un écrin cuir beige avec plaque en diamants (de Köchert). Cette plaque m'a été donnée par l'Archiduc Rénier et sa femme pour mon mariage".
[A beige leather case with a diamond plaque (by Köchert). This plaque was a gift from Archduke Rainier and his wife for my wedding].
"Un écrin cuir beige avec plaque en diamants (de Köchert). Cette plaque m'a été donnée par l'Archiduc Rénier et sa femme pour mon mariage".
[A beige leather case with a diamond plaque (by Köchert). This plaque was a gift from Archduke Rainier and his wife for my wedding].
Literature
Irmgard v. Hauser Köchert, Köchert, Imperial Jewellers in Vienna. Jewellery Designs, 1810-1940, Florence, 1990, pg. 522 for a picture of this brooch.
Condition
Austro-Hungarian maker's mark and assay mark for 14 carat gold. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 6.00 - 8.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Tarnish to the metal consistent with age and use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 24 grams. Fitted case stamped HOF & KAMMER JUWELIER, A.E. KÖCHERT, NEUER MARKT 15 WIEN.
"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."