11 mai 2011
A fine and rare underglaze blue and copper-red-decorated vase meiping, Qianlong underglaze blue seal mark and of the period
Lot 276. A fine and rare underglaze blue and copper-red-decorated vase meiping, Qianlong underglaze blue seal mark and of the period (1736-1795), 14 3/8 in. (36.5 cm.) high. Estimate GBP 350,000 - GBP 450,000. Price realised GBP 601,250. © Christie's Images Ltd 2011
The finely potted vase decorated around the broad shoulders and tapering body with a composite lotus scroll, the undulating stems and feathery leaves in underglaze blue and the flower-heads in bright copper-red, all between upright leaves... [Lire la suite]11 mai 2011
Fancy Light Pink Diamond Ring Brings $358,500 as Top Lot in $5+ Million Fine Jewelry Event
Fancy Light Brownish-Pink Diamond, Diamond, Platinum Ring. Photo Heritage Auctions
The ring features a marquise-shaped diamond measuring 26.89 x 11.08 x 6.74 mm and weighing 11.74 carats, enhanced by triangle-shaped diamonds, one measuring 9.50 x 8.80 x 2.88 mm and weighing 1.33 carats, and one measuring 9.25 x 8.10 x 2.88 mm and weighing 1.26 carats, set in platinum. A GIA Gem Trade Laboratory report # 1122868433, dated December 3, 2010, stating Natural Fancy Light Brownish-Pink Even color, SI2 clarity, accompanies the center... [Lire la suite]