A GEM-SET AND ENAMELLED PENDANT NECKLACE, INDIA, 19TH/20TH CENTURY AND LATER
A GEM-SET AND ENAMELLED PENDANT NECKLACE, INDIA, 19TH/20TH CENTURY AND LATER
the cultured pearl string necklace with multiple diamond and emerald set and enamelled small pendants, with a large central square form pendant set with a carved green stone and diamond-set borders, string for fastening
62cm. max. length
Condition Report:
Central green stone is not tested and most probably not an emerald, but enhanced with green-foil backing, pearls are untested for natural origin, probably cultured, probably re-strung at a later date as attested by small drill holes in small pendant elements, some oxidisation to edges and very slight wear to string and enamel, seed-pearl terminals with some dirt encrustation, as viewed.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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."
Provenance:
Previously property of an Indian maharani.
Private collection, UK, since the early 1970s.
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A GEM-SET AND ENAMELLED PENDANT NECKLACE, INDIA, 19TH/20TH CENTURY AND LATER
the cultured pearl string necklace with multiple diamond and emerald set and enamelled small pendants, with a large central square form pendant set with a carved green stone and diamond-set borders, string for fastening
62cm. max. length
Condition Report:
Central green stone is not tested and most probably not an emerald, but enhanced with green-foil backing, pearls are untested for natural origin, probably cultured, probably re-strung at a later date as attested by small drill holes in small pendant elements, some oxidisation to edges and very slight wear to string and enamel, seed-pearl terminals with some dirt encrustation, as viewed.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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."
Provenance:
Previously property of an Indian maharani.
Private collection, UK, since the early 1970s.
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