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THE FALL EXCEPTIONELLE SALE DAY 2

Lot 772:

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Art Nouveau Plique-a-Jour 18K Gold Diamond, Pearl, and Ruby Pendant Brooch, Circa 1890

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Start price: $2,000

Estimated price: $3,000 - $5,000

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Description

Keywords: Plique-à-Jour, Art Nouveau, plique a jour, 18k gold, enamel jewelry, diamond brooch, pearl jewelry, ruby accents, pendant brooch, antique jewelry, French jewelry, Belle Époque, fashion, accessories

Summary:
Art Nouveau plique-à-jour pendant brooch in 18K gold, designed in a stylized fan motif. The openwork enamel panels are executed in translucent blue-green plique-à-jour, framed by fine gold wirework. The brooch is set with rose-cut diamonds throughout, accented by cabochon rubies along the crest and graduated pearls at the center.

Reverse with hinged pin fitting. Circa 1890.

Weight: 6.7 Grams

Wire Transfer Only: Payment for this item must be made via wire transfer (no credit cards). Wire instructions will be provided on the invoice.
Measurement: 1 x 1 3/4 in. (2.5 x 4.4 cm.) approx

Condition: Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.

All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.

Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions. Accordingly, works are sold as ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.

Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.
All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.
Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions.  Accordingly, works are sold as  ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.