Twenty-two Superlative Jewels

by Christie's Geneva [Editor]

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Birkitts Books presents ... Twenty-two Superlative Jewels Author:Christie's Geneva [Editor] Publisher:Christie's Release Date:1996-01-01 Seller Category:Fashion Qty Available:1 Condition:Used: Very Good Sku: 260908017 Notes: Minor shelf wear, binding tight, pages clean and unmarked. Twenty-two Superlative Jewels. Christie’s, Geneva, 15 May 1996. Original illustrated auction catalogue for this special Christie’s Geneva jewelry sale.A particularly attractive Christie’s jewelry catalogue devoted to a select group of exceptional jewels, richly illustrated and useful both as an auction record and as a reference for collectors of important historic jewelry.The sale included jewelry with notable provenance, including pieces associated with legendary Mexican actress and jewelry collector María Félix. Christie’s later documented a pair of circa-1850 diamond and enamel Indian kadas from the Félix collection as lot 378 in this catalogue. The sale also included an unusual circa-1920 Cartier Paris Art Deco “Domino” watch, featuring an onyx frame and playing-card decoration, catalogued as lot 389.Approximately 76 pages, extensively illustrated. Published by Christie’s for the Geneva auction of May 15, 1996.A desirable reference catalogue for collectors and researchers of important jewelry, Cartier, Art Deco jewelry, historic jewels, María Félix, Indian jewelry and Christie’s auction history. Don't forget to check out other great deals in our eBay Store!!

• Publisher: Christie's
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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