Marzo
Sapphire and Diamond Pendant
Live auction begins on:
May 12, 12:00 PM GMT
Estimate
65,000 - 95,000 CHF
Bid
45,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Featuring oval sapphires weighing 36.73 and 20.87 carats respectively, each within a laurel wreath border connected by a bow, suspending an articulated fringe, millegrain-set with old mine-, old European- and single-cut diamonds, signed Marzo Paris, French assay marks for platinum; circa 1905.
Accompanied by SSEF reports no. 122107, dated 21 April 2022, and no. 120504, dated 21 January 2022, stating that the sapphires show no indications of heating, the sapphire weighing 36.73 carats of Burmese origin, the sapphire weighing 20.87 carats of Ceylon origin; together with a Gübelin report.
Marzo
Lorenzo Marzo was born in Madrid to a family of silversmiths. In 1901, he settled in Paris where he quickly became one of the most sought-after jewellers of the early 20th century. Marzo initially had an address on rue Saint-Honoré, but later relocated to rue de la Paix, the most prestigious location for jewellers at the time. Stores in Biarritz and Madrid soon followed. During the Belle Époque Marzo created stately pieces in the garland style such as the present lot. His creations from this period were particularly beloved by the Spanish aristocracy. In the 1920s, Marzo became known for a highly colourful take on the art deco style, winning a grand prix at the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs. When Lorenzo Marzo passed away in 1929, his company was continued by his son Rafael.