Property from a Distinguished Collector
Cartier
Ruby, Emerald, Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Live auction begins on:
May 12, 12:00 PM GMT
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
Bid
7,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Designed as a temple, the dome and stylobate pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, the entablature and stairs set with calibré-cut yellow sapphires, the columns decorated with calibré-cut rubies, emeralds and baguette diamonds, topped by a collet-set pear-shaped emerald, signed Cartier, numbered, partial French maker’s mark and assay marks for gold; circa 1990.
Property from a Distinguished Collector
The following casket of jewels (lots 501 to 516), represents a lifetime of collecting. Each piece was carefully and purposefully selected by an elegant, eloquent and erudite Italian lady who was guided by her refined taste and quest for beauty. The collection is both a reflection of her artistic appreciation as well as her personal history and the emotional milestones that marked her life. As such she transformed mere adornment into a highly personalised form of expression, showcasing her love for and knowledge of the best 20th -century design and craftsmanship from a panoply of prestigious international houses including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron, Chaumet, Bulgari, Tiffany & Co. and David Webb. This finely curated ensemble reflects the collector’s assured taste and sophisticated artistic sensibilities.
Sotheby’s are honoured to be presenting this collection in our High Jewelry and Fine Jewelry sales this season, in Geneva. To see the rest of the collection please go to Sothebys.com to view lots in the Fine Jewelry sale.