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Lot 4

BULGARI. CHRONOGRAPHE BRACELET EN CARBONE AVEC REVETEMENT DLC MOUVEMENT QUARTZ EDITION LIMITEEBULGARI. A LIMITED EDITION BLACK DLC COATED QUARTZ CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCHModel: Carbongold 'St Barth'Reference: BB 38 CL CH Limited Edition No.289/999Date: Circa 2010Movement: 23-jewel ETA Cal 251.471 quartzDial: Black, applied polished baton hour markers, white outer minute divisions, silvered subsidiary dials at 2,6 and 10 for seconds, 30 minute and 1/10th of a second recording, date aperture at 4, polished baton hands with luminous inserts, centre chronograph handCase: Round, back secured by 4 screws, crown flanked by twin buttonsStrap/Bracelet: Black Bulgari leatherBuckle/Clasp: Signed DLC coated buckleSigned: Case, dial & movementSize: 38mm Accompaniments: Bulgari box, outer card, Certificate of Authenticity, instructionsFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 59

BULGARI: BRACELET EN ORDe forme jonc, semi-rigide, composé d'une succession de motifs géométriques, poinçon français d'import pour l'or 18K (750°/00), signé Bulgari, poinçon de maître italien, circonférence intérieure 15.0 cm, poids brut 42.24 g.Footnotes:BULGARI: GOLD BRACELETThe sprung bangle composed of geometrical fancy-links, French import assay mark for 18 carat gold, signed Bulgari, Italian maker's mark, inner circumference 15.0 cm, gross weight 42.24 grams.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 9

BULGARI. MONTRE BRACELET EN ACIER AVEC DATE MOUVEMENT AUTOMATIQUEBULGARI. A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CALENDAR WRISTWATCHReference: BB33SLDate: Circa 2005Movement: Jewelled automaticDial: Black, polished baton hour markers, Arabic numeral 12 and 6, date aperture at 3, polished pointed baton hands, centre secondsCase: Brushed and polished round, snap on back, No.L4418Strap/Bracelet: Black alligator leather Buckle/Clasp: Signed steel buckleSigned: Case, dial & movementSize: 33mmThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: YY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 151

A Bulgari Rosenthal porcelain Mani al Vento pattern square dish, signed to bottom right. 18cm square, in box.

Lot 656

BULGARI, PIRANTESI, REF. BJ 01A LADY'S GOLD COLOURED AND DIAMOND BRACELET WATCH, NO. G 26574, CIRCA 1995Movement: Cal. ETA 976001, quartz, 6 jewelsCase: Gold coloured case, snap case back, stamped 18k 750 with a poinçonDial: Diamond setBracelet: Integral gold coloured bracelet with diamond set panelsSize: 19mm, bracelet 15cmSigned: Case, dialAccessories: Bulgari box, outer card packagingCondition Report: Movement is not currently functioning. A new battery was fitted. This may be indicative of the need for a service or symptomatic of something more serious. Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible when viewed under a 4x loupe. Dial appears to be in a generally good condition with no marks visible when viewed under a 4x loupe. Hands appear to be in a generally good condition.Glass appears free of significant scratches or marks when viewed under a 4x loupe. Case shows light scratches and marks. Crown has light scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe. Bracelet appears to be in a generally good condition, with light scratches and no signs of significant stretching, twisting or distortion of the links. Clasp is currently functioning and appears to be in good condition. 87g grossBracelet measures approximately 15cm including case.This lot does not come with box or papers.Dreweatts 1759 do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold. Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by a qualified technician to ensure any stated water resistance is achieved.If you should have any further questions regarding this lot, please contact the Watch Department on 01635 553 553 or at watches@dreweatts.comCondition Report Disclaimer

Lot 670

BULGARI, A PERIDOT AND PINK TOURMALINE DRESS RINGthe front with three spaced bands, with oval cabochon peridot and tourmaline accents, stamped Bulgari Made in Italy 750, with Italian control marks, with a suede Bulgari pouchSIZE/DIMENSIONS: finger size LGROSS WEIGHT: 13.7 gramsCondition Report: Some light wear commensurate with use, surface scuffs, the peridot has a chipCondition Report Disclaimer

Lot 71

A peridot ring by Marina B and a pair of matched earrings by Boodle & Dunthorne, the bicolour gold ring tension-set with an oval-cut peridot, maker’s mark ‘MB’, London import marks for 1998, the earrings of conforming design, maker’s mark ‘B&D’, London hallmark for 2003, ring size P½, earring length 15mm. £900-£1,200 --- Marina Bulgari was born in 1930 into one of the world’s most famous family jewel houses, and grew up in Rome, Athens and Corfu. She worked in the family business for several years before launching her own jewellery range in 1976, making her name as one of the leading women designers of this generation, whilst honouring the Bulgari family’s long and prestigious heritage. Her bold and contemporary designs, with a strong Italian flavour, proved hugely successful, and Marina opened her first showroom in Geneva in 1978, with further boutiques following in Milan, Paris and New York, Jeddah and Tokyo. She designed a signature cut and shape of gemstone - between a pear-cut and a triangular-cut - which can be found throughout her jewellery designs. In 1999 Marina sold her company to the Sheik of Jeddah, Ahmed Fitaihi, of Saudi Arabia.

Lot 225

A George VI silver dish, by R. E. Stone, London, 1936, with stylised crown handles, the base set with a coronation medal, 12.7cm wide over handles; together with: a German silver tea-strainer, probably Hanau and an Italian silver dish, set with a coin, by Bulgari, 11.5cm diameter, total gross weight 8oz 8dwt, 260gr (3)

Lot 147

Bulgari, a pair of 18ct gold pave-set diamond Serpenti earrings, with pear-shape emerald eyes, signed Bulgari, engraved serial M6HA22, total diamond weight 3.11ct, estimated G-H colour, VS clarity, total emerald weight 0.51ct, Italian marks, length 2.3cm, 14.8g, with maker's travel pouch, current retail price £37,000 see maker's websiteCondition- Overall very good condition- Diamonds are very well matched- Diamonds are lively and bright, with no obvious inclusions visible under 10x magnification- Emeralds are a well matched, deep green hue, with good clarity, in good condition- Travel pouch is in good condition- For enquiries about this lot please contact David Pregun at david@kinghamsauctioneers.com

Lot 148

Bulgari, an 18ct gold pave-set diamond Serpenti flexible snake ring, with pear-shape emerald eyes, signed Bulgari, engraved serial MWV3R8, total diamond weight 3.58ct, estimated G-H colour, VS clarity, total emerald weight 0.26ct, Italian marks, approximate ring size M, 15.9g, with maker's case and travel pouch, current retail price £39,400 see maker's websiteCondition- Overall very good condition- Diamonds are very well matched- Diamonds are lively and bright, with no obvious inclusions visible under 10x magnification- Emeralds are a well matched, deep green hue, with good clarity, in good condition- Travel pouch is in good condition- Maker's case is worn, in poor condition- For enquiries about this lot please contact David Pregun at david@kinghamsauctioneers.com

Lot 2

BULGARI: 'PARENTESI' BANGLEThe sprung bangle composed of interlocking bicoloured fancy-links, signed Bulgari, inner circumference approx. 15.3cmFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 272

BULGARI: 'ALLEGRA' GEM-SET EARRINGSEach set with vari-cut gemstones, including peridot, blue topaz, tourmaline and citrine, and brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Bulgari, swiss assay mark, length 2.7cmFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 273

BULGARI: 'ALLEGRA' GEM-SET NECKLACESet with a series of vari-cut gemstones, including peridot, pink tourmaline, citrine, blue topaz, amethyst, iolite, cultured pearls and brilliant-cut diamonds, on a cable-link chain set at intervals with cultured pearls and pink tourmaline and peridot beads, signed Bulgari, lengths: pendant 5.4cm, chain 42.5cm, maker's pouchFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 1647

A GOLD BULGARI TWO COLOURED GOLD BRACELAT 73.5gms.

Lot 281

Collection of around 70 boxed 1:500 Herpa Wings diecast models to include 503310 McDonnell Douglas MD-11, 503396 McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Cargo MasBstab, 502689 Boeing 747-200 "Bulgari", 502672 Boeing 747-200 "Baci", 511636 Boeing McDonnell Douglas MD-11, etc

Lot 283

Collection of six boxed 1:500 Herpa Wings diecast models to include 512220 Boeing McDonnell Douglas MD-11, 502665 Boeing 757-200 "Sweden", 511520 Boeing 747-400, 511605 Boeing 747SP "Baby Orange", 502689 Boeing 747-200 "Bulgari", 512190 British Airways set

Lot 431

A tourmaline-set gold Tronchetto ring by Bulgari, the pink tourmaline cabochon is set in gold, size L

Lot 482

A gentleman's 18ct gold 'Diagono Scuba' chronograph wristwatch by Bulgari, the signed black dial with Arabic and index numerals, two subsidiary dials, rotating bezel, automatic movement, case 38mm, caseback signed, ref. SC 38 GG, Serial L555, signed gold strap with deployant clasp, 17cm long approx., two spare links, box and papers

Lot 586

A ruby and diamond-set Trombino ring by Bulgari, set with graduated ruby cabochons and pave-set with graduated round brilliant-cut diamonds in platinum, signed Bulgari, French control mark and stamped pt950 with cross mark, size Q

Lot 292

A continental yellow metal Bulgari style ring, the expandable ring marked 750, ring size K 1/2, 10g

Lot 566

A Bulgari 18K white gold ringstamped Bulgari on both sides and marked 750 to the interiorsize ICondition: With some wear and light scratches but in wearable condition.

Lot 10

ARMANI JEANS; a large taupe leather unused wallet with tags, boxed, top zipper, maker's logo to front and five internal sections including a zipped pocket, 20 x 10 x 3cm, and a Bulgari navy blue leather and maker's monogrammed cloth wallet with gold tone fastener with logo to front (2).Additional InformationThe Armani wallet purse is in excellent, unused condition, in its original box with all the paperwork. The Bulgari wallet has some signs of staining and use to the front, but internally in excellent condition.

Lot 59

YVES SAINT LAURENT; a Champagne perfume display bottle in original gold and black display case, 28cm, a YSL Champagne factice, 100ml, four Bulgari perfume display bottles and a Ralph Lauren Sport perfume display bottle, display bottles or factices were used to advertise perfume and do not contain real perfume (7). Additional InformationThe perfume bottles are in good used condition with signs of minimal use. 

Lot 780

Two pairs of ladies Bulgari sunglasses, model ref. 6023-B and 8014-B, with the original black leather cases and soft travel pouches. (2)

Lot 1308

BULGARI - Paar Kreolen mit BrillantenFa. Bulgari, Italien. 750/- Gelbgold, gestemp. Gewicht: 12,5 g. Punze: BVLGARI. 50 Brillanten zus. ca. 0,5 ct. L. 1,5 cm. B. 1,1 cm. Steckbrisur mit Clip. Guter Erhalt, sehr wertige Verarbeitung.Ohrclips, Ohrringe, Ohrstecker

Lot 262

A gentleman's Hemes silk tie; other silk ties, including Yves St Lauren, Burberry, Versace, Gucci, Bulgari, Ferragamo, Christian Lacrois (20)

Lot 1375

Mixed collection of costume jewellery to include a cased set of carved gem heart pendants, various bead necklaces, a 'House Pins by Lucinda' brooch, pair of drop earrings in the style of Bulgari, gold plated bird brooch, etc

Lot 34

A Bulgari 'Serpenti' wallet, the green smooth leather exterior with vari shade snake clasp, serial no. PL-F12-85316.

Lot 281

Gemporia Himalayan salt lamp together with other Gemporia items, Bulgari sun glasses, camera, fire extinguisher etc

Lot 216

BULGARI. MONTRE BRACELET DE DAME EN ACIER MOUVEMENT QUARTZBULGARI. A LADY'S STAINLESS STEEL QUARTZ WRISTWATCHModel: RettangoloReference: RT 39SDate: Circa 2000Movement: 4-jewel Cal.MVE065-TEEE quartzDial: White, applied baton hour markers, exploded 3 and 9, polished baton handsCase: Brushed and polished rectangular, back secured by 4 screws, No. L2169Strap/Bracelet: White Bulgari alligator leatherBuckle/Clasp: Signed steel buckleSigned: Case, dial & movementSize: 31mm x 21mmThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: YY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 308

Two large dummy factices, Armani pour Homme factice, Calvin Klein tin enclosing a quantity of sample scents, others include Bulgari, Maserati, Paco Rabanne, Cuba, Harley Davidson, etc

Lot 662

FRAME WITH SEVEN MINIATURE PORTRAITS OF THE ESTERHAZY FAMILY, as per the family tradition - bought by current owner's mother at Bulgari - 21 x 17cmPurchased from Bulgari in Rome the group traditionally identified as members of the Esterhazy family. A Hungarian Noble Family loyal to the Habsburg Dynasty and the Austro-Hungarian empire from the middle ages to the 19th Century.

Lot 332

Bulgari. An Italian silver flower pot novelty vase, late 20th c, of heavy gauge, 80mm h, signed BULGARI, control and standard (950) marks, 10ozs 8dwts Light polish marks and scratches consistent with age, no engraving

Lot 296

BULGARI: 'CHIODI' NECKLACE AND EARCLIPS SUITEThe articulated necklace designed as a series of bicoloured fancy-links, the earclips of matching design, signed Bulgari, lengths: necklace 49.0cm, earclips 2.9cm (2)For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 40

10x Bulgari and TAG Heuer watch catalogues and books. A Bulgari Collection persentation book in a slip case by Marion Fasel. Together with 9x TAG Heuer; TAG Heuer 150 Years presentation book. Formula One Collection. 150 Years. Don't Crack Under the Pressure. Catalogues; 2009/10, 2010/11, 2011/12, 2012/13 and 2013/14. VGC. £50-70

Lot 32

Boxed perfume gift sets including Bulgari, Loewe, Molton Brown, Penhaligons and six mixed sets of ladies and gents (10)

Lot 41

Nine boxed perfume scent bottle scents including Bulgari, Estee Lauder and Dolce & Gabbana (9)

Lot 26

18ct gold Bulgari cocktail watch on sprung 18ct gold Bulgari strap, black face (Provenance lots 12 to 39, a deceased estate, formerly the property of a Countess). The watch appears to be working in the saleroom. 

Lot 223

A 18K YELLOW GOLD AND GEMSTONE CHAIN 18k gold multi-coloured semi-precious gemstone necklace Reminiscent of popular 70s Bulgari style Bezel set Marked 750 43 cm long 87 g Additional Information: 11 different semi precious stones

Lot 39

A PAIR OF BULGARI BLUE TOPAZ AND PAVE DIAMOND EARCLIPS From the collection of a prominent Singapore businesswoman A pair of gold clip-on earrings with pave diamond embellishments and blue topaz stone Marked 750 BULGARI and some indistinguishable marks 2cm long 14g Condition: Minor signs of wear commensurate with age and use

Lot 51

A BULGARI LADIES ERGON STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH Automatic movement, black dial with baton markers and date aperture at 3 o'clock, with original box and certificate of authentication Bulgari case diameter 35 mm

Lot 1254

Artist: Helmut Newton (German/Australian, 1920-2004). Title: "Givenchy & Bulgari, French Vogue [Paris]". Medium: Original photolithograph. Date: Composed 1980. Printed 1995. Dimensions: Image size: 10 5/8 x 7 in. (270 x 178 mm).Lot Note(s): Signed in white marker, lower right. Edition unknown, presumed small. High-grade archival paper. Printed to the edge of the sheet. Fine, quality printing. Very good to fine condition; affixed to very thin and supple archival acid-free support sheet, not mount/board. Provenance: Through the photographer Henry Talbot; from an extensive private collection, Sydney, Australia. Comment(s): An alternate title is "Woman Being Undressed and Filmed." Image copyright © Helmut Newton Foundation. [26741-2-800]

Lot 1121

Two large dummy factices, Armani pour Homme factice, Calvin Klein tin enclosing a quantity of sample scents, others include Bulgari, Maserati, Paco Rabanne, Cuba, Harley Davidson etc

Lot 161

BULGARI, XX secolo. BICCHIERE in argento 925 con interno in vermeille. Sotto la base reca punzoni: Bvlgari, 925 e losanga locativa. Cm 7,5xØ 7. Peso: 263 gr.

Lot 26

BULGARI: GOLD AND GEM-SET 'SERPENTI TUBOGAS' BRACELET/WATCHThe triangular dial decorated with Roman numeral, baton and brilliant-cut diamond hourmarkers, with a ruby cabochon crown, on a double spiral tubogas bracelet strap, signed Bulgari, numbered, European Convention marks, dial dimensions 2.2cm x 2.8cmFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 123

ART DECO EMERALD AND DIAMOND BRACELET, CIRCA 1930Composed of geometric and buckle-shaped plaques, pierced and set throughout with brilliant, old brilliant, single and baguette-cut diamonds, with five step-cut emeralds at the centre, mounted in white gold, diamonds approximately 17.85 carats total, centre emerald approximately 1.15 carats, length 19.0cm, pink leather case by Bulgari RomaFootnotes:Although unsigned, this bracelet, with pronounced geometric motifs enhanced by different shapes and cuts of diamond bears resemblance to the diamond bracelets created by Bulgari throughout the 1930s. For comparison, see 'Between Eternity and History, Bulgari, From 1884 to 2009, 125 Years of Italian Jewels', edited by Triossi, Amanda, Skira, Milan, 2009, page 60.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 78

GÜBELIN AND GEORGES LENFANT: BELLE ÉPOQUE ENAMEL, SEED PEARL AND DIAMOND WATCH/PENDANT NECKLACE, CIRCA 1910The detachable oval pendant set with a circular dial with Arabic chapters and blackened hands, decorated on both sides with a rising sun design in cornflower blue guilloché enamel, issuing a border of seed pearls and a rose-cut diamond crown, suspended from a seed pearl ribbon, with similarly-cut diamond rosettes, accented by brilliant and trilliant-cut diamonds, via a rose-cut diamond bow link, mounted in gold, dial signed E. Gübelin/ Lucerne, clasp with maker's mark for Georges Lenfant and French assay marks, lengths: pendant 5.4cm, necklace 56.0cmFootnotes:The Georges Lenfant workshop was originally founded in 1899 under the name Duparc, Lenfant & Compagnie. At the beginning of the 20th century, they supplied watch chains to Cartier, Boivin, Bulgari, Fred, Gübelin, Hermès, Mauboussin, Mellerio, Sandoz, Tiffany and Van Cleef & Arpels amongst others.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 38

BULGARI: DIAMOND BRACELET, CIRCA 1960Set throughout with tapering baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds, of stylised floral and entwined ribbon design, diamonds approximately 25.66 carats, signed Bulgari, length 18.5cmFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 71

An 18ct gold and stainless steel Zodiac Tondo necklace by Bulgari, of bi-colour design, the openwork pendant depicting Libra, suspended from a leather cord, signed Bulgari, Italian assay marks, length of pendant 4.4cm, length of cord 39cm. With maker's pouch.Condition report: Overall condition good to fairLight scratches in keeping with occasional wearClasp in working order

Lot 2037

A SET OF FOUR BULGARI SILVER AND SILVER GILT SALTS in original box

Lot 2077

Bulgari Collier "Spiga"Signiert. 750 Gelbgold. Sportlich-elegantes Collier in Ährenmuster, tlw. ausgeschmückt mit 195 feinen Brillanten ca. 7.80 ct. L ca. 39 cm, 170,8 g.

Lot 2079

Bulgari Ring "Spiga"Signiert. 750 Gelbgold. Ring in Ährenmuster, tlw. ausgeschmückt mit 32 feinen Brillanten ca. 0.64 ct. Grösse flexibel, 22,7 g.

Lot 2074

Bulgari Armspange "Parentesi"Signiert. 750 Gelbgold. B 2 cm, Innenumfang 16 cm, flexibel, 6x5 cm. 148,1 g.

Lot 2080

Bulgari Einzel-Ohrclip "Spiga"Signiert. 750 Gelbgold. Ohrclip in Ährenmuster, tlw. ausgeschmückt mit 16 feinen Brillanten ca. 0.32 ct. Grösse 2 cm, 15,8 g.

Lot 2078

Bulgari Armspange "Spiga"Signiert. 750 Gelbgold. Sportlich-elegante Armspange in Ährenmuster, tlw. ausgeschmückt mit 140 feinen Brillanten ca. 4.20 ct. Länge flexibel, B 2,5/4 cm, 142,6 g.

Lot 100

THE PRIVATE PROPERTY OF A NOBLE ITALIAN LADY*** Please note second brooch no longer part of this lot. See lot 100A ***A  SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BROOCH/DRESS CLIP, BY BULGARI, CIRCA 1940Of flowerhead design with polished gold leaves, the petals highlighted with cushion-shaped sapphires weighing approximately 16.00cts total and brilliant-cut diamonds, with similarly-cut diamond pistils, within claw-setting throughout, mounted in 18K gold, diamonds approximately 2.50cts total, unsigned(with loose original back fitting in 18K gold, French assay marks, numbered 50512)By family repute, the brooch was purchased at Bulgari in RomeAccompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Amanda Triossi, author & specialist on Bulgari, former curator of the Bulgari Heritage Collection and curator of all the first major Bulgari retrospective exhibitions from 2009 to 2013, stating that this brooch was manufactured for and retailed by Bulgari and dates from the 1940s. Certificate dated 9th August 2021, in Rome.Condition Report: Sapphires: gauged mounted: approx. 16.00cts total - of cornflower blue hue, good transparency, medium tone with very good saturation, minor/light facet abrasions visible under 10x magnification - well matched in colour.Diamonds: approx. 2.50cts total, unable to estimate colour due to yellow mount, estimated clarity VS/VVSNormal signs of wear, overall in good condition

Lot 101

THE PRIVATE PROPERTY OF A NOBLE ITALIAN LADYA PAIR OF DIAMOND BROOCHES, CIRCA 1955, ATTRIBUTED TO BULGARI, CONVERTED TO A PAIR OF DIAMOND AND GALUCHAT CUFFSEach black galuchat cuff with magnet clasp, centring a floral brooch (not removable) set with brilliant, baguette and single-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum, diamonds approximately 10.00cts total, cuff lengths 20cm, brooch lengths 3.3cmBy family repute, both brooches were purchased at Bulgari in Rome, before being converted into galuchat cuffsAccompanied by a certificate from Amanda Triossi, author & specialist on Bulgari, former curator of the Bulgari Heritage Collection and curator of all the first major Bulgari retrospective exhibitions from 2009 to 2013. Certificate dated August 18th 2021Condition Report: Unable to unmount the brooches (without damaging the galuchat cuffs) in order to see if the brooches are signed or unsigned, white metal tested by the jewellery department to be platinumDiamonds: approx. 5.00cts on each cuff, estimated colour G/H/I, estimated clarity VS with a minority of good SIThe brooches are fixed on each galuchat cuff, it is not possible to wear them as broochesNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 120.80g

Lot 102

THE PRIVATE PROPERTY OF A NOBLE ITALIAN LADYA RARE RETRO SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND 'TUBOGAS' BRACELET, BY BULGARI, CIRCA 1940The large coiled gold tubogas bracelet, with two spherical terminals highlighted with sapphire cabochons and brilliant-cut diamonds within collet-setting, mounted in 18K gold, indistinct maker's mark, size extendableAccompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Amanda Triossi, author & specialist on Bulgari, former curator of the Bulgari Heritage Collection and curator of all the first major Bulgari retrospective exhibitions from 2009 to 2013, stating that this bracelet was manufactured for and retailed by Bulgari and dates from the 1940s. Certificate dated 9th August 2021, in Rome.A similar tubogas brilliant-cut diamond bracelet by Bulgari illustrated page 98, 'Twentieth-Century Jewelry, Art Nouveau to Modern Design', by Lodovica Rizzoli EleuteriThe iconic flexible gold braid of the Tubogas shape debuted in the 1940s, and has since become a signature of the brand, seen in everything from Bulgari’s bracelets and watches to their rings. In creating the Tubogas, Bulgari took advantage of the great malleability of yellow gold to produce a work of art, revolutionising the concept of movement in jewellery. The Tubogas shape is formed by wrapping long bands of gold around a wood or copper core over several hours of highly skilled craftsmanship. The technique was developed in Italy in the late 1930s and ingeniously mimics industrial gas piping. The origin of its name derives from a clever take on the Italian tubo gas, literally translating as ‘gas tube’. As the bands are coiled, their rounded contours interlock to conceal their inner structure, creating a smooth and fluid finish. The result of such intricate craftsmanship is supple, springy and comfortable, with the sleek and sensual appearance of a serpent’s twist which allows the metal to expand or contract with the shape of the wearers wrist or finger. From the time of its first launch, the creation of the Tubgogas bracelet marked the Roman jewellery house as an innovator. Since then, the continued success of the Tubogas is testament to its flawless design and desirability.This particular piece is a variation of the original Serpenti Tubogas bracelet which emerged in the 1950s, during which time Bulgari began to experiment with more abstract Tubogas pieces. The yellow gold bands are characteristically juxtaposed with unusual colour combinations of contrasting precious gemstones, such as diamonds, sapphires, emeralds or coral.The Serpenti Tubogas and other forms of the Tubogas silhouette continue to be hugely popular today. Despite their many incarnations since the 1940s original bracelets and timepieces, the core craftsmanship of creating such a piece remains exactly the same. Made in the largest jewellery manufacturing facility in Europe at Bulgari’s Valenza workshop, Bulgari have since experimented with different materials to create unique chromatic effects, including yellow gold and white gold or yellow gold and steel alternating on the wrist. Irrespective of what development the Tubogas will move towards next, it remains a beacon of jewellery innovation, a feat of craftsmanship and an integral element of Bulgari’s design identity.Condition Report: Sapphires: of blue hue, medium tone, some show abrasions due to wear visible under a bright light source, some wear visible on some collet settings due to normal wearDiamonds: bright and well matched, some wear visible on some collet settings due to normal wearStamped 750 for 18K goldItalian maker's mark: rubbed due to wear, unable to distinguishTotal gross weight approx. 139.40g

Lot 103

THE PRIVATE PROPERTY OF A NOBLE ITALIAN LADYAN IMPORTANT DIAMOND BOW BROOCH, BY BULGARI, CIRCA 1960The three-dimensional ribbon-bow set with brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds, mounted in 18K gold and platinum, diamonds approximately 20.00cts total, signed Bvlgari, French assay marks, length 4.9cm, width 5.3cmCf: See Amanda Triossi (2009) Bulgari: Between Eternity and History. From 1884 to 2009, 125 Years of Italian Jewels. Skira Editori, for a comparable brooch, page 304, no. 127. See exhibition of the same title, 22 May - 13 September, 2009 in Rome at Palazzo delle EsposizioniBy the mid-1950s, the house of Bulgari had long consolidated their reputation as a highly esteemed jewellery house, as well as having a clear vision for the direction of jewellery production. Brothers Constantino and Giorgio continued to run and expand the family-owned business, which they had taken over following the death of their father Sotiros in 1932. Giorgio took over the role of the creative director of the firm, grounded in his deep understanding of gemstones and production techniques which he had eagerly absorbed as a youth in Paris learning his trade. In contrast, Constantino was the quieter and more scholarly of the two, preferring to study and research the materials he was working with. Together, the two brothers harnessed the flood of activity and commissions they experienced in the Italian post-war boom of the mid-1950s. The decade saw a return to the display of magnificent stones seen in the 1930s, with diamonds undoubtedly reigning supreme. Yet, what remained was the production of softer and smoother lines which had developed in the 1940s and early 50s alongside the display of flashy diamonds to produce the perfect combination of magnificently crafted jewellery. Asymmetrical bows and knots became a hugely popular motif of this era, created in a host of varying cuts of diamonds.As Bulgari’s reputation grew, so did the confidence of the jewellery house. Constantino and Giorgio knew their supporters had become loyal to their brand, so they made the decision to carve their own path in terms of jewellery trends, moving away from the Parisian styles which dictated the industry heretofore. It was a risk which paid off, allowing Bulgari to cement the particular flair with which their jewellery would be recognised for decades to come. The 1950s also marked a period of spectacular growth for the Italian economy, ensuring Bulgari’s innovations were receiving rapturous support. The post-war decade saw the re-emergence of Bulgari’s characteristic use of colour, as the house began to explore a myriad of bold combinations using precious and semi-precious gemstones once more. This time, however, result of these vibrant colour combinations were widely celebrated by their audience not so much for the intrinsic value of the gemstones as for their striking chromatic effect.Unlike the contemporary houses of the 1950s and 60, the jewellery of this period saw the house enclose important gemstones with soft, smoother outlines, often complimented by marquise-shaped diamonds all facing the same direction. Floral and bow-shaped brooches became hugely popular and Bulgari created a huge variety of different compositions and designs, from bouquets, to brooches depicting a knotted bow, like this lot. Designs such as these were even worn as hair ornaments, by the likes of Ingrid Bergman, Elizabeth Taylor and H.I.H. Princess Sorarya, who were all firm favourites of Bulgari. Indeed, film stars of the late 50s and 60s played a huge role in Bulgari’s enormous success and jewellery of this period appeared in films such as Roman Holiday with Audrey Hepburn and La Dolce Vita.Condition Report: Diamonds: approx. 20cts in total, estimated colour F/G, estimated clarity VS (two small diamonds deficient on the reverse)Signature located on the reverse of the mount, as well as dog's head for French platinum & eagle's head (partially visible) for French 18K goldNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 39.70g

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