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DIAMOND NECKLACE, 'THE MADONNA OF PORT LLIGAT', SALVADOR DALÍ
Estimate
2,200 - 3,800 GBP
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Description
- Salvador Dalí
The rectangular pendant with a reeded pattern radiating from a central plaque pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, upon which is a textured figure of the Madonna of Port Lligat with arms outstretched, an open door in her chest, to a belcher link chain, length approximately 550mm, both signed Dali and Ottavio Sarda, numbered.
Condition
Chain and pendant signed Dali and numbered A - 3/10, pendant also numbered 02-025-26-015, and stamped Octavio Sardo, 750. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.80-1.20 carats. Light area of tarnish around Madonna's head. Lobster clasp has lost its spring. Pendant (including bale) measures approximately 65 x 40mm. Gross weight approximately 119 grams. Overall condition good.
"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."