考古復興風格設計黃金硬岩浮雕別針, Castellani & G.A. Girardet

· 中央的硬岩浮雕描繪一個照料嬰兒女子與兩個孩子
· 黃金扭絲及黃金珠鑲邊框
· 框綴有16顆圓形蛋面藍寶石
· 浮雕上附G.A. Girardet for Giorgio Antonio Girardet品牌刻名
· 框上附Castellani工匠標章戳記
· 其中兩個人像已缺失前臂
· 19世紀後期製造

*拍品資料以英文為主，中文翻譯僅供參考

As noted, the female figure's forearm and the standing child's arm now missing, but in otherwise good condition. The frame with areas of discoloration to the reverse; the front presents a bright gold with its wirework remaining. The sapphires are medium-deep blue and predominantly translucent with two examples semi-opaque to opaque. The cameo's white chalcedony figural group is carved in very high relief and sits upon a translucent light brown agate base. Due to the nature of the design and the depth of the gold frame, it is difficult to determine with certainty if the cameo is composed of one or two elements. However, if seen under close inspection, the pedestal is clearly evident, representing its construction. The cameo signed beneath the figural group; the Castellani maker's mark on the frame's reverse.
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

於19世紀後半期，G.A. Girardet的名字曾多次被列入Castellani工作室的註冊名單中。另一件出自Girardet手筆的珠寶首飾可參閱Susan Weber Soros與Stefanie Walker合編之《Castellani 》，第111頁的「浮雕與陰刻」圖4至16