Sale 5547
Paris
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14 October 2008
Price realised
EUR 3,000
Estimate
BROCHE EN OR ET AMETHYSTES La broche, vers 1830 En or jaune amati et ciselé à décor de coquilles et rinceaux feuillagés sertie d'améthystes ovales, retenant un pampille amovible une améthyste, monture en or jaune Hauteur: 60 mm. (2 1/2 in.) (2)
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AN AMETHYST AND GOLD BROOCH
Meredith Etherington-Smith looks at a selection of pieces offered in our Magnificent Jewels sale in Geneva, and explains how straightened times informed their bold aesthetic
Four Berlin-based German collectors discuss their collections, and the considerations that drive their collecting
Jewellery specialist Jessica Peshall offers an in-depth guide to these opulent ornaments — more versatile, wearable and affordable than one might suppose
Christie’s specialist and author Raymond Sancroft-Baker offers his expert overview of one of the world’s most important jewellery houses
Specialist Joy McCall answers key questions for collectors of the glassmaker’s exquisite pieces. Illustrated with lots offered in the Lalique sale on 15 May
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