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Lot 734
Silver tea tongs, stylised scroll handles, shell bowls, makers Alfred Marston, Chester 1921, length approx 2cm; together with a Victorian carved mother-of-pearl handled silver bladed fruit knife, engraved foliate scroll decoration to the blade, makers Hilliard & Thomason, Birmingham 1863, length approx 15cm (2)
Lot 779
Assortment of silver items to include a mother of pearl handled rattle (hallmarked Birmingham 1939), Georgian silver mustard spoon, shovel spoon and butter knife (all hallmarked), napkin and ring and button hook (marked sterling silver), and a white metal gem set spoon (AF, some stones missing). Rattle measures 9cm.
Lot 805
German silver snuff pill box of oval form with neo classical cherubs and urns to the lid (marked with crescent and crown, SR makers mark), together with a silver trinket box with a silver inlaid tortoise shell lid (hallmarked Birmingham 1906, L&S) and a brass mother of pearl lidded pill box. Widest measures approx 7.8cm.
Lot 150
15CT GOLD AMETHYST & SEED PEARL PENDANT, with central drop pear shaped amethyst, on yellow metal chainProvenance: private collection DenbighshireComments: light wear and tear overall, all stones present, viewing recommended Condition Report:Stones and pearls all look good.The central pear shaped stone is paler.Some minor variation in colour with the other stones.Clasp functions as normal.The chain is 18.5cms
Lot 31
CASED EDWARDIAN 9CT GOLD SEED PEARL PENDANT on 9ct gold chain, together with a pair of 9ct gold seed pearl and peridot earrings, 9.2gms gross in vintage R. F. McGibbon & Son The Cross Paisley jewellery boxProvenance: private collection CarmarthenshireComments: five seed pearls missing from pendant, wear and tear overall commensurate with age
Lot 187
ASSORTED JEWELLERY comprising pair of 9ct gold pearl earrings and another 9ct gold earring, 9ct gold pig charm, 9ct gold white stone pendant on chain, 9ct gold chain with heart amber pendant, 1819 crownProvenance: private collection GwyneddComments: wear and tear overall, viewing recommended
Lot 1
EDWARDIAN AMETHYST, PERIDOT & PEARL PENDANT, the Suffragette coloured stones in 15ct gold frame, on gold chain in bespoke velvet and silk-lined heart shaped caseProvenance: private collection mid Wales.Comments: very good overall. Condition Report:Excellent, with standard wear commensurate with age.Box with small tears to satin folds over hinges, lid with small mark, old partial sticker under.
Lot 172
9CT GOLD JEWELLERY comprising 9ct gold ring and matching earrings, together with 9ct gold emerald and diamond chip necklace and earrings, yellow metal amethyst and diamond chip ring, 9ct gold amethyst pendant on 9ct gold chain and earrings, 17.8gms grossProvenance: deceased estate DenbighshireComments: wear and tear overall, pearl missing, viewing recommended
Lot 46
THREE GOLD RINGS comprising 15ct gold seed pearl and diamond ring, 18ct gold diamond chip ring and an 18ct gold ring set with semi-precious pale blue gem stone, 6.3gms gross, in vintage Leslie Davey of Bangor ring box (3)Provenance: private collection GwyneddComments: wear overall and to stones, surface scratches
Lot 24
TWO SINGLE STRAND PEARL NECKLACES, comprising necklace of graduated pearls from 9-5mm, clasp stamped '750', 57cms long, 28g; and a blister pearl necklace with presumed 9ct gold garnet floral clasp, 46cms long, 29gms (2)Provenance: private collection MonmouthshireComments: 2nd necklace hallmarks rubbed
Lot 176
GOLD JEWELLERY comprising 9ct gold opal and diamond chip pendant on 9ct gold chain, 9ct gold seed pearl and amethyst pendant on 9ct gold chain and a yellow metal Egyptian pendant, 9.0gms gross (3)Provenance: private collection Conwy County BoroughComments: light wear and tear overall, viewing recommended
Lot 10
GROUP PEARL & GOLD JEWELLERY & SILVER BOX, comprising single strand graduated freshwater pearl necklace, pearls from 4mm to 1mm diam, silver clasp, 38cms long; 9ct gold and aquamarine spider pendant; 9ct seed pearl and ruby bar brooch, 2.4g; four-strand freshwater pearl necklace, plated clasp, 42cms long; simulated pearl necklace with silver clasp; silver pill box with monogram engraved cover (6)
Lot 129
26 Inches Freshwater Cultured 7.0 - 7.5mm Pearl Necklace - Valued By AGI £315.00 - 7.0 - 7.5mm freshwater cultured pearl necklace. Pearl quality AAA. This necklace is 26 inches long. Clarity-, Certificate Number 999246, Certificate Link: https://www.agigems.com/reportcheck/viewpdfreport.php?id=999246 - P799041
Lot 82
Tracey Emin (British 1963-), 'It's A Crime To Live With The Person You Don't Love', 2021, giclee print on Hahnemuhle Fine Art Pearl 285gsm paper, numbered from an edition of 100 to the accompanying Certificate of Authenticity, published by Manchester International Festival; sheet: 42 x 29.5cmARR sheet: 42 x 29.5cm In very good condition No knocks, tears or creases to the sheet This work has been stored flat and has not been framed.
Lot 404
DUMBOPost-War Belgian (14" x 21.75")Fine+ on Linen RKO, 1947The post-war Belgian poster is really the piece to have on this title, featuring Dumbo, Timothy Q. Mouse, Carl, Jr. (the locomotive that pulls the circus train), and the two crows, is far superior to the one sheet. From 1947, this is from the original release of the movie in that country, as Belgium was occupied by Germany during the war, and films imported from America were banned. Prior to restoration, this poster had previous issues, including tiny tears, chipping, and fold wear. There have been sporadic touchups to all, including the top left corner, and there is a tax stamp in the lower left corner. The poster does contain handwritten notes and prices in the upper imprint area, which is not unusual.Dumbo (1941) is now considered one of Disney's classic and most beloved animated features. Based on a children's story by Helen Aberson-Mayer and Harold Pearl, tells the story of an elephant with oversized ears that enable him to fly. The movie was made to recover from the losses suffered after the box office failures of both Pinocchio (1940) and Fantasia (1940). These failures were caused mainly by the severe contraction of the European market during World War II, which led to a decrease in ticket sales. Unlike its predecessors, Dumbo has a shorter running time of only 64 minutes. It was deliberately made with simplicity in mind, and the directive was to keep the production cost as low as possible. This was achieved by purposely avoiding the use of special effects work that had been used in previous features.This lot will be auctioned on Friday, December 8th. The auction will begin at 9:30am PST and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on December 7th.
Lot 249
THE SCARLET CLAW, THE PEARL OF DEATH, THE WOMAN IN GREENSwedish One-Sheets (3) (27.5" x 39.5")Very Fine+ Rolled; Artist Gosta Aberg Universal, 1944 & 1945This lot contains three original release rolled Swedish posters for Basil Rathbone/ Nigel Bruce, and Sherlock Holmes films. The Dressed to Kill poster has two small holes in the upper right and left image. The Faces Death has Gosta Aberg artwork and the House of Fear has minor border wear.Although not the first fictional detective (that honor typically goes to Edgar Allan Poe's C. Auguste Dupin), Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes is undoubtedly the most famous. Doyle's inspiration for the character came from Joseph Bell, a Scottish surgeon at the Royal College of Edinburgh who employed Doyle as a clerk in 1877. As a teacher, Bell emphasized the critical nature of close examination and attention to detail when making a diagnosis, the effectiveness of which he demonstrated by picking out a stranger and, through observation, deducing that person's occupation and recent activities, much as Holmes does throughout his stories. Bell has been immortalized in the person of Sherlock Holmes, who is represented here by three rolled Swedish posters from the famous film series starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce. This lot will be auctioned on Thursday, December 7th. The auction will begin at 9:30am PST and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on December 8th.
Lot 507
A Napoleon III brass, ivory and mother-of-pearl inlaid ebonised breakfront cabinet, third quarter 19th century, gilt bronze mounted, marble top above door, on plinth base and toupie feet, with paper label for Rue de la Roquelle 21 SCHAMBER FABRIQUE & MAGASIN DE MEUBLES DE LUXE Genre Boule & Bois de Rose PARIS, 110cm high, 146cm wide, 45cm deepIvory submission reference: FEYN9YND Provenance: Property from the apartment of Madame Dewi Soekarno, Avenue Montaigne, Paris.Condition Report: some splitting to the lacquer, some lifting to brass inlay, split to the left side panel, structurally sound
Lot 247
A very large modern Chinese porcelain famille rose bowl, apocryphal Guangxu six character mark to underside, the deep bowl enamelled with dragons and flaming pearls amid cloud wisps to the exterior, the interior with two dragons chasing a flaming pearl amidst further cloud wisps to the centre, with Greek key border, 62.5cm diameter
Lot 44
T.B. STARR: SEED PEARL AND DIAMOND-SET CHOKER/BRACELET COMBINATION, CIRCA 1910The latticework strap of seed pearls, connected via openwork floral plaques millegrain-set with old brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum and converting to a pair of bracelets, signed T.B.Starr, the choker detaches to be worn as two bracelets, lengths: choker 33.5cm, bracelets 16.5cm and 17.0cmFootnotes:Although heralded as one of the most prominent American jewellers working at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries, Theodore B. Starr (1837-1907) started his career in the industry at the age of sixteen working as a messenger. After a thirteen-year partnership with Herman Marcus, Starr established his own firm in 1877, to much critical acclaim. Now working under the name T.B. Starr, the jewellery house experienced great commercial success, receiving recognition and praise by the press for Starr's unique and remarkable creations. His son joined the business in 1907 before it was sold in 1918. Starr's creations are still collected and displayed by several celebrated institutions including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. The seed pearl and diamond-set choker and bracelet combination presented here exemplifies the maker's fine craftsmanship and elegant designs.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 86
CARTIER: ART DECO LAQUE BURGAUTÉ AND GEM-SET CASE, CIRCA 1925The black lacquer exterior lid and base inlaid with iridescent mother-of-pearl and applied gold leaf, the lid accented by three rose-cut diamonds, the black enamel thumbpiece terminating with rose-cut diamonds and ruby cabochon finials, all four sides decorated with black enamel dragons, opening to reveal a tortoiseshell interior, mounted in gold, signed Cartier Paris Londres New York, numbered 02802, rubbed maker's mark, French assay mark, dimensions 8.0 x 5.7 x 1.6cm, fitted maker's caseFootnotes:Laque burgauté refers to the exquisite East Asian technique of decorating lacquer with intricate inlays of iridescent mother-of-pearl, often engraved and combined with gold and silver foil. The technique is believed to have originated in China as early as the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). It remained popular during the Qing dynasty (1644-1911/12) and spread to the Ryukyu Islands between China and Japan and thence to Japan itself. In China the technique is called, 'lo tien' and in Japan, 'aogai'. The Western name is derived from the French - sea-ear or mussel (burgau) and lacquer (laque or lac). Most of the lacquer used by Cartier in their art deco objects is likely to have been made in Ryukyu or in Japan.See exhibition catalogue 'The Art of Cartier', Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, 24 October 2012 - 17 February 2013, ill.p.188, number 239 for a similar example.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 46
NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND PLAQUE RING, CIRCA 1905The 9.7-9.9 x 8.6mm pearl of grey tint and 9.5 x 9.2mm pearl of cream tint, in an openwork setting with stylised ribbon motifs, millegrain-set with old brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum, ring size HFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from GCS stating that the pearl of purplish silver colour is natural, saltwater, with no indications of treatment. Report number 5784-0073, dated 10th October 2023.Accompanied by a report from GCS stating that the pearl of light cream colour is natural, saltwater, with no indications of treatment. Report number 5784-0074, dated 10th October 2023.Please note, this lot has VAT at the prevailing rate on both the Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ††VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 118
PEARL AND DIAMOND RING,The 10.2mm pearl, within a brilliant-cut diamond surround, issuing a fringe of fine-link chain swags and tassels with single-cut diamond terminals, pearl untested, ring size K½Footnotes:Please note, this lot has VAT at the prevailing rate on both the Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium. Additional duty of 2% will apply to the VAT. Please contact the department for further information.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 84
ROOD: RUBY AND DIAMOND BRACELET, CIRCA 1930The articulating openwork links with scroll motifs, set throughout with brilliant and single-cut diamonds, accented by ruby cabochons and channel-set rows of baguette and step-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum, signed Rood, three rubies weighing 1.92, 2.19 and 2.31 carats, diamonds approximately 4.35 carats total, length 18.0cmFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating that a sample of the rubies has been tested and found to be of Burmese origin with no evidence of heat treatment. Report number 23860, dated 13th October 2023.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 93
PEARL AND DIAMOND TIARA/NECKLACE, CIRCA 1890Composed of graduating foliate drops with old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamonds, terminating with a pearl, interspersed by diamond-set spacers of similar design, on a backchain of alternating old brilliant-cut diamond trefoils and collet-set brilliant-cut diamonds, the openwork clasp set with a central old brilliant-cut diamond and single-cut diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, pearls untested, tiara frame deficient, diamonds approximately 6.50 carats total, later paste-set silver clasp, length 39.0cmFootnotes:Provenance:Countess Haig (1879–1939), wife of Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig, KT, GCB, OM, GCVO, KCIE (1861-1928); thence by descentThe Hon Dorothy Maud Vivian married Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig on 11th July 1905 after a whirlwind courtship (she had spotted him for the first time when he was playing polo at Hurlingham two years earlier). Dorothy was a daughter of Hussey Vivian, 3rd Baron Vivian and Louisa Duff. The couple had four children, Lady Alexandra Henrietta Louisa Haig (1907-1997), Lady Victoria Doris Rachel Haig (1908–1993), George Alexander Eugene Douglas Haig, 2nd Earl Haig (1918-2009) and Lady Irene Violet Freesia Janet Augusta Haig (1919-2001).Dorothy and her sister, Violet, were ladies-in-waiting to Queen Alexandra and this lot is accompanied by a presentation card from Queen Alexandra inscribed, Presented together with 'Tiara' to Dorothy Vivian on her Marriage Day July 11th 1905.Black and white photograph: Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig and Dorothy Maud (née Vivian), Countess Haig wearing lot 93 on 24th November 1922. © National Portrait Gallery, LondonSaleroom notices:Prior to marriage, Dorothy and her twin sister, Violet, served together as Maids of Honour to Queen Alexandra and not as Ladies in Waiting as stated in the catalogue entry.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 104
NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE/BRACELET COMBINATION, CIRCA 1880The graduation of natural pearl and cushion-shaped diamond clusters between openwork motifs set with similarly-shaped diamonds, converting to a pair of bracelets, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 17.50 carats total, central cluster with detachable brooch fitting, lengths: necklace 37.5cm, bracelets 17.5cm and 19.8cm, fitted case by Carrington & Co, 130 Regent StreetFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory. Please contact the department for further information.Saleroom notices:Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating that the three largest pearls at the front of the necklace have tested as natural saltwater origin. Please contact the department for further information.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 94
ATTRIBUTED TO CARLO GIULIANO: EGYPTIAN REVIVAL TURQUOISE AND SEED PEARL FRINGE NECKLACE AND PENDENT EARRING SUITE, CIRCA 1870The collar composed of faceted batons of alternating lengths, each terminating with a turquoise sugarloaf cabochon and seed pearl accent, strung on spiga-linking concealed by a reeded rondel between each baton, the barrel-shaped clasp engraved with foliate detail, the articulating pendent earrings en suite, with surmounts of interlocking linking, mounted in gold, earrings with later post fittings, lengths: necklace 38.5cm, earrings 5.5cm, fitted case by Mr Streeter (Late), Hancock & Compy Limtd, Goldsmiths & Jewellers to the Royal Family, 37 Conduit Street and Bond Street, velvet exterior with tooled initials E.O.Footnotes:See Munn, G., 'Castellani and Giuliano: Revivalist Jewellers of the Nineteenth Century', (Trefoil: 1984), ill.p.26 for a similar example. This suite is a fine example of Neo-Egyptian jewellery by Giuliano. Interest in Egyptology was greatly enhanced in England when Miss Amelia Edwards founded the Egyptian Exploration Society, which subsequently brought a large quantity of Egyptian antiquities over to London. Neo-Egyptian jewels were made by Giuliano from the mid 1860's until his death in 1895, with notable examples featuring details such as faience and ancient Scarabs. The turquoise work and decorative devices are typical of motifs found in the designs of Pasquale Novissimo, who collaborated with the firm during the 1860's. This suite was retailed by Mr Streeter, who took over the firm of Hancock Burbock in 1868, dating this piece to 1868-1874 approximately, after which time Giuliano opened his own shop in Piccadilly.Colour illustration: Design for a parure by Pasquale Novissimo, watercolour on card, as illustrated in Munn, G., 'Castellani and Giuliano: Revivalist Jewellers of the Nineteenth Century', (Trefoil: 1984), ill.p.25.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 128
JANESICSH: LAPIS LAZULI, DIAMOND, ENAMEL AND GEM-SET FOB WATCH/BROOCH, CIRCA 1925The watch case composed of lapis lazuli batons with stepped single-cut diamond accents, the blue enamel base imitating lapis lazuli, decorated with gold geometric detail, within a rose-cut diamond surround, terminating with a carved lapis lazuli and single-cut diamond drop, accented by a black enamel spacer, via a pearl link, the old brilliant and single-cut diamond cover, surmounted by a jade bead between black enamel spacers, lifting to reveal a circular dial with baton hourmarkers, within a bezel of black and white enamel Arabic numerals, the double-sided '6' and '12' elevated on a hinge above the dial, the crown pavé-set with rose-cut diamonds, suspended from a jade bead surmount between black enamel spacers and single-cut diamond foliate terminals issuing carved lapis lazuli 'buds', via a black silk cord with a barrel-shaped rose-cut diamond and black enamel slider, millegrain detail throughout, mounted in platinum and gold, signed Janesicsh, old brilliant and single-cut diamonds approximately 2.70 carats total, French assay marks, length 10.0cmFootnotes:For an illustration of an almost identical lapis lazuli and diamond-set fob watch by Cartier, dated 1925, titled 'Stalactite', set with an emerald bead and suspended from a silk cord necklace see Nadelhoffer, H., Cartier, (1984), p.263, ill.pl.71. The neighbouring design drawing was produced by the horologist, Joseph Vergely. See also Cologni, F., 'The Cartier Collection: Timepieces' (Flammarion: 2006), p.180 for a similar example to the fob watch referenced above, dated 1925, titled 'Pom Pom' by Cartier. The original drawing for this watch design (as referenced above in Nadelhoffer: 1984), is by Joseph Vergely. Vergely made his name at Cartier by exhibiting a special talent for the creation of watches in charming novelty forms. Known affectionately as 'Père Vergely', he was highly regarded by his peers and designed for Cartier, Janesicsh and others.Please note, this lot has VAT at the prevailing rate on both the Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium. Additional duty of 2% will apply to the VAT. Please contact the department for further information.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 69
RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE AND PENDENT EARRING SUITE, CIRCA 1890The front articulating with floral and foliate motifs and knifewire detail, set throughout with old brilliant and rose-cut diamonds, accented by cushion-shaped rubies and suspending three pear-shaped ruby and old brilliant-cut diamond cluster drops, converting to a stomacher, on a similarly-set backchain, composed of scrolling motifs, suspending two similarly-set drops, the pendent earrings en suite, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 18.00 carats total, accompanied by a detachable brooch fitting and screwdriver, earrings converted from two outermost necklace drops, lengths: necklace 39.0cm, stomacher 9.5cm, pendent earrings 2.8cm, fitted caseFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory. Please contact the department for further information.Saleroom notices:Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating that two largest cushion and pear-shaped rubies at the centre of the detachable stomacher are both unheated with a geological occurrence common to Thailand, East Africa, etc. Please contact the department for further information.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 45
NATURAL PEARL, DIAMOND AND COLOURED DIAMOND NECKLACEThe single strand of ninety 3.4-7.4mm natural pearls of black tint, graduating in size towards the centre, on a clasp set with an old brilliant-cut diamond of yellow tint, within a surround of similarly-cut diamonds, diamond of yellow tint untested for natural colour, length 52.0cmFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from SSEF stating that the pearls are natural, saltwater with no indications of artificial colour modification (latter determination based on a sampling). Report number 133349, dated 23rd October 2023.Please note, this lot has VAT at the prevailing rate on both the Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ††VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 79
PAIR OF EMERALD AND DIAMOND EARRINGS, EARLY 20TH CENTURYEach briolette-cut emerald drop, suspended from an old brilliant-cut diamond, via a brilliant-cut diamond cap and link, diamonds approximately 3.70 carats total, length 3.0cm, fitted caseFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating that the emeralds are of Colombian origin, with moderate clarity enhancement. Report number 23880, dated 17th October 2023.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 89
BELLE ÉPOQUE SEED PEARL AND DIAMOND-SET NECKLACE, CIRCA 1905Each pear-shaped diamond drop suspended from an old brilliant-cut diamond surmount, via seed pearl linking, between similarly-set overlapping ribbon motifs, connected via swags of seed pearl linking, on a seed pearl backchain, mounted in platinum, millegrain detail throughout, diamonds approximately 2.00 carats total, length 37.7cmFootnotes:Provenance:Countess Haig (1879–1939), wife of Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig, KT, GCB, OM, GCVO, KCIE (1861-1928); thence by descentOn leave from India, Haig married the Hon Dorothy Maud Vivian on 11th July 1905 after a whirlwind courtship (she had spotted him for the first time when he was playing polo at Hurlingham two years earlier). Dorothy was a daughter of Hussey Vivian, 3rd Baron Vivian and Louisa Duff. The couple had four children, Lady Alexandra Henrietta Louisa Haig (1907-1997), Lady Victoria Doris Rachel Haig (1908–1993), George Alexander Eugene Douglas Haig, 2nd Earl Haig (1918-2009) and Lady Irene Violet Freesia Janet Augusta Haig (1919-2001).The Earl Haig Fund first sold poppies throughout Britain in 1921 to raise money in support of ex-servicemen and the families of those who had died in the conflict. In 1922, the British Legion founded a factory to produce its own and continues to do so today. In 1926, Countess Haig established 'Lady Haig's Poppy Factory', which has been making poppies and supporting veterans since its founding, and notably employed veterans disabled by war during its early years.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 111
ERNESTO PIERRET: RENAISSANCE REVIVAL EMERALD, RUBY, PEARL AND ENAMEL PENDANT AND EARRING SUITEThe table-cut emerald in closed-back setting, between polychrome enamel sea serpents, issuing a pair of similarly-cut rubies within a drilled pearl and black enamel surround, suspending a pearl drop via a detachable table-cut emerald and pearl quatrefoil pendant, decorated throughout with rope-twist, wirework and beaded detail, the earrings en suite, maker's mark EPRT, pearls untested, later chain, later earring fittings, some enamel loss, lengths: pendant 9.0cm, chain 67.0cm, earrings 7.5cm (2)Footnotes:Ernesto Pierret (1824-1898) was born in Paris but 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 similarities in styles and subject matter. 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. His pieces are marked either with a monogram or signature, both of which are applied to the piece on a small gold plaque or tab.Please note, this lot has VAT at the prevailing rate on both the Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium. Additional duty of 2% will apply to the VAT. Please contact the department for further information.Saleroom notices:Please note, this lot should be dated circa 1870.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 11
CARTIER: EMERALD, RUBY, SAPPHIRE, PEARL AND DIAMOND-SET NECKLACE, CIRCA 1925 AND LATERThe row of alternating emerald, sapphire and ruby beads, with pearl spacers, the clasp set with a carved emerald leaf, sapphire, ruby and emerald beads and vari-cut diamonds, signed Cartier London, numbered 2184, length 39.0cmFootnotes:Provenance:Emerald Joyce Henrietta Brittain-Jones née Wallach (1902-1974);Thence by descentLots 1 - 11 belonged to Emerald Joyce Henrietta Brittain Jones née Wallach. Joyce was born in Allahabad, Utter Pradesh, India. Her father, William Wallach, was a Barrister in India. On 19th January 1924, she married Captain Jack Brittain Jones (1899-1975) of the Black Watch (1st Battalion), at a Society wedding at Middle Temple Church in London. In 1927, the couple had a daughter, Pauleen Victoria. By 1931, Jack and his family were living in India where Jack was Aide-de-Camp to Lord Willingdon, Viceroy of India.In 1931, George II of Greece (1890-1947) visited India where he met Jack and Joyce. From 1934, the correspondence from Joyce to George is loving and affectionate, clearly indicating that a deep and meaningful personal relationship had developed between them. In 1935, George II was divorced by his estranged wife, Princess Elisabeth of Romania (1894-1956), who cited desertion. Joyce and Jack also divorced in 1935, citing Jack's adultery. George II had become King of Greece in 1922, but in 1924 Greece declared itself a Republic, and the monarchy was abolished. Eventually the Greek monarchy was restored in 1935 so George returned as King. Joyce and the King then began to lead a very private life together in Greece, often at the Tatoi Palace, the Royal family's summer residence, situated thirty miles from Athens, where George was able to indulge his love of farming. Joyce reportedly knitted, read and sat quietly. She was well-liked by George's sister-in-law, Katherine, and regarded as one of the family. It is reported that Joyce refused to marry George II because she believed that a morganatic marriage, like that of Edward VIII and Mrs Simpson (also divorced), would be damaging to George's position as monarch. In 1941, Germany occupied Greece and George fled to Crete, facing many dangers including his potential capture. A British destroyer transported him into exile in Cairo, Egypt. Later in 1943, Joyce accompanied George to the United States of America as his quiet and inconspicuous companion. Joyce also accompanied George on a visit to South Africa. They had then moved to London, where Joyce engaged in war work as a Fire Warden. Joyce was a particular friend of Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent who was a Greek Princess by birth and a British Princess by marriage to Prince George, Duke of Kent. In 1946, a referendum restored the monarchy, and George II again returned to Greece as King. He desperately wanted Joyce to accompany him to Greece and put pressure on the British Government to permit her to join him. However, the Government was concerned to avoid political difficulties in Greece, and refused permission. Princess Katherine suggested that Joyce could live in Greece as her lady in waiting. Sadly, whilst waiting for a resolution and missing each other, George II died of a heart attack in his office in the Royal Palace in Athens and was buried at Tatoi Palace.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 64
JEAN SCHLUMBERGER FOR TIFFANY: CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND BRACELET, CIRCA 1965Set with alternating rows of cultured pearls and brilliant-cut diamonds, within borders of similarly-cut diamond trefoil motifs, signed Tiffany Schlumberger, diamonds approximately 13.00 carats total, length 18.5cmFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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