New York Jewels Auction Sept 25
Published September 2nd, 2008
On September 25, 2008, Sotheby’s New York will hold a sale of Important Jewels, with an exciting selection of signed and period Estate Jewels and white diamonds which are extremely interesting to collectors in this market. The sale consists of approximately 450 lots and is estimated to bring $11 / 15 million*. The pre-sale exhibition opens on September 20, 2008.
The highlight of this sale is an exceptional group of period jewels, mostly by Cartier, that showcase the timeless beauty of art deco and retro jewelry design. The collection, which will open the second session of the sale and is Property from a Private Collector, comprises over 40 lots, the majority of which are wonderful examples of classic 1930s and 1940s style. About this collection, Gary Schuler, Director of the Jewelry Department at Sotheby’s New York said, “When we first saw this exquisite property, we knew it’s ideal for the market today as it will appeal to not only traditional Cartier collectors but those who admire great jewelry design. The jewelry is not just beautiful to look at, it’s completely wearable and remains in fashion today. This collection epitomizes the eye of a collector who favored accessorizing with the chicest designs of the day, and each jewel chosen has endured the test of time.”
