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Lot 2772
AN ARABIC GOLD SNAKE BANGLE the twisted wire body has a springy feel to it, with solid tail and head, stamped with Arabic gold marks. Weight 39.6gms Condition Report:"light general wear, no damage.Gold disclaimer;-This is made from bright yellow metal, it is heavy for its size. I have re taken the pictures of the Arabic hallmarks. At this auction house if a piece of jewellery does not not have full UK hallmarks I have to say yellow metal, if in my opinion I think it is high carat I might say bright yellow metal, or describe what hallmarks it has so you can make your own mind up. We do not/and will not acid test every item, it is not good for my health and I might damage the jewellery, the item belongs to the vendor until it is sold, and not Great Western Auctions."
Lot 9
ATTRIBUTED TO ERNESTO PIERRET: EGYPTIAN REVIVAL GOLD SCARAB BRACELET, CIRCA 1870Composed of four highly sculptural, engraved, swivelling scarab beetles, within ropetwist borders with beaded detail, each with a glazed locket compartment to the reverse, connected via arched cylindrical baton links with wirework detail, mounted in gold, length 21.0cm Footnotes:Ernesto Pierret (1824-1898) was born in Paris and moved to Rome as a young man, where he trained as a goldsmith. It is possible that he may have been an apprentice in the workshop of Castellani, an idea supported by the clear resemblance in styles and subject matter of their work. In 1846 he opened his own shop in Florence, later moving to a Renaissance palazzo at 20 Piazza di Spagna, next to the Spanish Steps in Rome. Today the building is a national monument and regarded as one of the most important historic buildings in Rome. Renamed Palazzo Pierret, his name can still be seen above the entrance. Scarabs were important symbols within ancient Egyptian culture, representing the cycle of birth, life, death and resurrection. They were often incorporated into amulets and talismanic jewels of the period; a testament to how important the concept of afterlife was in their culture. The locket compartments to the reverse of each scarab are characteristically Victorian in their sentimentality. As such, this exquisite jewel is a delightful marriage of ancient Egyptian motifs and modern Victorian culture.For a bangle featuring carved carnelian scarabs and similar cylindrical baton links, also by Ernesto Pierret, see Munn, G., 'Castellani and Giuliano: Revivalist Jewellers of the 19th Century', (1984), p.189, pl. 188. A similar bangle design by Castellani can be see in Weber Soros, S., Walker, S., 'Castellani and Italian Archaeological Jewelry', (2005), p. 74, pl. 2-82, demonstrating the similarity in style between master and apprentice. Please note, VAT at the prevailing rate is applicable on both the Hammer Price and the Buyer's Premium.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 99
CARTIER: ART DECO GEM-SET ROCK CRYSTAL BANGLE, CIRCA 1930Each ruby cabochon within an engraved mount of Persian inspiration, with graduated emerald, ruby and sapphire cabochons in pinched collet settings, atop the tiered rock crystal, with ridges to the spine, tapering to a black lacquer hinge, signed Cartier Paris, maker's mark HL for Henri Lavabre, numbered, French assay marks, inner circumference approximately 15.5cm, Footnotes:If 1920s jewels are characterised by simple, flat and geometric motifs, jewels of the 1930s are distinguishable by their sculptural, much bolder forms. Rainbows of vari-coloured gemstones were replaced with subtle accents of colour, sprinkled against dramatic monochrome themes in onyx, black lacquer, diamonds, platinum and rock crystal. The solid, yet transparent quality of rock crystal creates a unique visual effect with light, sparkling like sunshine through cascading water, allowing jewellers to carve voluminous, architectural forms that retained a sense of delicacy and lightness.This exquisite bangle combines 1930s sculpturesque opulence with Cartier's distinctive use of Persian decorative motifs. Significant archaeological discoveries during the second half of the 19th century led to a rediscovery of civilisations beyond Europe's borders. By the turn of the 20th century, Islamic art had become a field of study and inspiration for museums, artists, musicians, dancers, such as the Ballet Russes, and jewellers, such as Cartier. Jacques Cartier travelled extensively throughout India and the Persian Gulf, and Louis Cartier was equally inspired by Islamic art collections in the Louvre and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs' 'Oriental Rooms'. The resulting relationship between Cartier and the East was longstanding and prolific, with Persian and Mughal-inspired motifs appearing in their jewels from the dawn of the 1900s to the 1930s. Accompanied by a document from IAJA Expertise stating that the bangle is by Cartier. Number XP1731-100424, dated 10 April 2024.Please note, VAT at the prevailing rate is applicable on both the Hammer Price and the Buyer's Premium. An additional duty of 2% plus VAT will also be charged on the Hammer Price.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ΩΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 93
CHOPARD: DIAMOND 'CASMIR' WATCH/BANGLEThe dial, bezel and sprung bangle pavé-set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 carat white gold, dial glass and bangle signed Chopard, case and bangle engraved and stamped Casmir, case numbered 443653 / 9151, Swiss assay mark, European Convention mark, diamonds approximately 11.40 carats total, inner circumference 16.0cm, maker's case and boxFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 60
Edwardian opal and diamond hinged bangle, the oval cabochon cut white opal displaying violet, blue, green, yellow, orange and red play of colour, dimensions 15.5mm x 12.5mm approx, claw settings, twelve round brilliant cut diamonds, collet set with millegrain edging, total diamond weight 0.60 carat approx, the band formed of three knife-edge bars, tongue and box fastening with safety chain, yellow metal with white metal settings, assessed as gold,17g gross approx
Lot 155
A Large Decorative Victorian Brooch, the deep central cushion shape panel highlighted in blue and white enamel, with central blue cabochon, overall within openwork frame; A Large Three Stone Brooch, oval collet set, suspending tassel drop; a further smaller brooch, with fringe style drop; a cameo inset gilt metal brooch (damages / adapted from a bangle?), etc.
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