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ART DECO DIAMOND PENDANT NECKLACE, CIRCA 1910
Property from a Private Collection
Terminating on a swing drop millegrain-set with an old European-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.58 carats, surmounted by a similarly set diamond between an openwork geometric plaque decorated with rose and old mine-cut diamonds, the small diamonds together weighing approximately 0.42 carats, completed by a fine trace chain, mounted in platinum, inner circumference 400mm, pendant length 44mm.
Accompanied by a Heinrich Mau Hofjumelier Dresden fitted box.
PROVENANCE
Mrs Elisabeth Roesch, Dresden, Kingdom of Saxony
Private Collection, Sydney, by descent from the above.
NOTES
In late 19th century Vienna, Heinrich Mau was a renowned Hofjumelier, or court jeweller. He served as an official supplier of jewellery to Austro-Hungarian Court, creating exquisite pieces for the royal family and aristocrats. Mau was known for his exceptional skill in crafting jewellery using precious gems and metals, and his pieces were highly sought after by the elite of Vienna and beyond. Mau's legacy as a master jeweller continues to this day, with his designs being highly valued by collectors and his name recognized as synonymous with the height of Austrian jewellery-making craftsmanship.
Sold for $7,500
Lot 157
Property from a Private Collection
Terminating on a swing drop millegrain-set with an old European-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.58 carats, surmounted by a similarly set diamond between an openwork geometric plaque decorated with rose and old mine-cut diamonds, the small diamonds together weighing approximately 0.42 carats, completed by a fine trace chain, mounted in platinum, inner circumference 400mm, pendant length 44mm.
Accompanied by a Heinrich Mau Hofjumelier Dresden fitted box.
PROVENANCE
Mrs Elisabeth Roesch, Dresden, Kingdom of Saxony
Private Collection, Sydney, by descent from the above.
NOTES
In late 19th century Vienna, Heinrich Mau was a renowned Hofjumelier, or court jeweller. He served as an official supplier of jewellery to Austro-Hungarian Court, creating exquisite pieces for the royal family and aristocrats. Mau was known for his exceptional skill in crafting jewellery using precious gems and metals, and his pieces were highly sought after by the elite of Vienna and beyond. Mau's legacy as a master jeweller continues to this day, with his designs being highly valued by collectors and his name recognized as synonymous with the height of Austrian jewellery-making craftsmanship.
Estimate $5,000 - $7,000
Important Jewels
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8680
6:00pm - 24 April 2023
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
MEL: Friday 14 - Sunday 16 April, 10am - 4pm
333 Malvern Road, South Yarra VIC
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SYD: Friday 21 - Sunday 23 April, 10am - 4pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra NSW
CONTACT
Hamish Sharma
hamish.sharma@leonardjoel.com.au
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