12-07-201012-07-2010
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2529BBoston
December 7, 2010 10:00 AMCalender
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Impressive Vintage Grape Cluster Festoon Necklace, Miriam Haskell

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$7,703$6,500
Auction: Fine Jewelry - 2529BLocation: BostonDate / Time: December 07, 2010 10:00AM

Description:

Impressive Vintage Grape Cluster Festoon Necklace, Miriam Haskell, c. 1950s, designed by Frank Hess, the clusters of pate de verre beads and prong-set strass, alternating with gilded metal leaves covered entirely with roses montees, suspended from gilded metal and marquise-shape strass chain, lg. to 16 in., unsigned.

Note: A similar example with imitation baroque pearl grape clusters is pictured in The Jewels of Miriam Haskell by Deanna Farneti Cera, p. 129.
Estimate $800-1,000

Without visible issues barring normal wear with age.

Keywords

Miriam Haskell, gilded metal leaves, Frank Hess, gilded metal, Deanna Farneti Cera