Description:
Antique Diamond Mourning Pendant, 18th century, centering a portrait of a young woman within a gold engraved frame, surrounded by rose-cut diamonds set in silver, approx. total wt. 5.00 cts., hairwork en verso, lg. 3 3/4 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000
Hairwork medallion on reverse missing a 'flower' to lower left edge, also lacking several teeth anchoring medallion to backing. Clasp to back and several links to upper element replaced (unobtrusive, see image). Small chipped loss to glass frame on the reverse. Otherwise good condition. Portrait not examined out of frame.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.