13 avril 2016

Tim Schuhmacher is leading the new Hermès Scarves and Ties Spring/Summer 2016 shot by Walter Pfeiffer. (source FASHIONABLYMALE)

Lot 205. Platinum, Colombian Emerald and Diamond Brooch, Marianne Ostier. Estimate 175,000 — 275,000 USD. Photo Sotheby's. The round hollow-back mixed-cut emerald measuring approximately 21.3 to 20.9 mm by 9.6 mm, framed by pear and marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 19.50 carats, with maker's mark. With signed box. Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 1073946 stating that the emerald is of Colombian origin, clarity enhancement: minor, type: traditional. Sotheby's.... [Lire la suite]

Lot 301. 18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Opal, Enamel and Diamond Necklace, David Webb. Estimate 180,000 — 220,000 USD. Photo Sotheby's. Of graduated design, composed of 29 opal beads measuring approximately 24.4 to 11.2 mm, spaced by carved emeralds and links applied with black enamel, completed by rondelles set with round diamonds weighing approximately 3.70 carats, length 36½ inches, signed Webb, numbered ES305. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from David Webb. Sotheby's. Magnificent... [Lire la suite]

Lot 99. Platinum, 12.94 carats Ceylon Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Estimate 200,000 — 250,000 USD. Photo Sotheby's. The heart-shaped padparadscha sapphire weighing 12.94 carats, framed and accented by round diamonds weighing .65 carat, size 6. Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 1072574 stating that the padparadscha sapphire is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating. Together with a letter from the AGL on the rarity of the stone stating '...the stones' visual appeal is... [Lire la suite]

Lot 134. Paul Bril (Antwerp c. 1554-1626 Rome), Autumn: A wooded landscape with apples being harvested in the foreground, a villa and lake beyond; and Spring: Elegantly dressed figures playing music in a rowboat in the foreground, with shepherds watering a flock of sheep and other figures merrymaking, a villa and town beyond, the former signed and dated 'P · BRILL 1598' (lower left); the latter signed and dated 'P · BRIL 1598' (lower center), oil on copper, circular, 5 3/8 in. (13.6 cm.) diameter, a... [Lire la suite]

Lot 98. A circular parcel-gilt grisaille enamel plate representing the month of January, Pierre Reymond, circa 1565-70. Estimate $6,000 - $9,000. Price Realized $21,250. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016. Signed P.R and inscribed IANVIER in a medallion; the reverse with a profile portrait of a man insert into a star, with strapwork and elaborate foliate scrolls; 8 in. (20.2 cm.) diameter Property from the Seligman collection. COMPARATIVE LITERATURE: B.... [Lire la suite]

Lot 97. A circular parcel-gilt grisaille enamel plate representing the month of July, attributed to Pierre Reymond, circa 1565-70. Estimate $6,000 - $9,000. Price Realized $27,500. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016. The reverse with a profile portrait of a lady, with winged putti masks, strapwork and elaborate gilt foliate scrolls; 8 in. (20.5 cm.) diameter Property from the Seligman collection. COMPARATIVE LITERATURE: S. Baratte, Les Emaux peints de Limoges, Paris, 2000,... [Lire la suite]

Lot 129. Two carved jade pendants, Persia or Turkey, 16th-17th century. Estimate 8,000 — 10,000 GBP. Photo Sotheby's 2016. the larger pendant composed of light green jade, of palmette form incised on both sides with an arabesque of scrolling floral stems and tendrils issuing split-palmettes, drill hole through top for hanging, the smaller spinach-green pendant with stylised floral stems incised on both sides, also with horizontal drill hole to top for... [Lire la suite]

Lot 126. A fine carved jade pendant, Persia or Turkey, 16th century. Estimate 8,000 — 12,000 GBP. Photo Sotheby's 2016. carved in the form of a palmette with cusped edges, both sides incised with an arabesque of scrolling tendrils issuing split-palmettes and buds, horizontal drill-hole to top for hanging; 6cm.  Note: Jade (yashm) was prized for its prophylactic as well as its visual qualities. It was believed to detect poison, cure eye disease and stomach illness, and to protect... [Lire la suite]

Lot 118. A Spanish rock crystal, enamel, and gem-set gold pendant, circa 1600. Estimate 12,000 — 18,000 USD. Photo Sotheby's 2016. the openwork frame enclosing a scene of the Resurrection enameled en ronde bosse, the coffin set with a diamond, hung with three pearls, in a fitted case; length overall 4 1/2 in., 11.4 cm Sotheby's. Collections: Silver, Vertu, Ceramics, and Russian Works of Art, New York, 15 Apr 2016, 10:00 AM