A Baroque diamond and ruby lady’s set
gold c. 580, silver c. 800, metal, diamond rhombs total weight c. 1 ct, rubies total weight c. 2 ct, some movable elements, consisting of: brooch, 2 ear pendants, workmanship 18th century, 48.3 g, repairs, replaced parts, case The art historian Dr Carl Ludwig Fuchs, who was for a few decades deputy director of the Kurpfälzisches Museum of the city of Heidelberg, was considered an expert, not least because of his profound knowledge of 18th-century antiques. A much sought-after specialist with a strong media presence, he also acquired an international reputation in the field of historical jewellery. Inspired by his mother, grandmother and aunts, Fuchs developed a passion for jewellery at an early age. In this field, too, he was particularly interested in bygone eras. This auction offers important pieces from Dr Carl Ludwig Fuchs his collection showing a flair for the extraordinary, his love of craftsmanship and his enthusiasm for precious stones and their cuts.
Specialist: Günter Eichberger, Mst.
Günter Eichberger, Mst.
+43-1-515 60-368
watches@dorotheum.at
01.12.2022 - 13:00
- Estimate:
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EUR 5,000.- to EUR 8,000.-
A Baroque diamond and ruby lady’s set
gold c. 580, silver c. 800, metal, diamond rhombs total weight c. 1 ct, rubies total weight c. 2 ct, some movable elements, consisting of: brooch, 2 ear pendants, workmanship 18th century, 48.3 g, repairs, replaced parts, case The art historian Dr Carl Ludwig Fuchs, who was for a few decades deputy director of the Kurpfälzisches Museum of the city of Heidelberg, was considered an expert, not least because of his profound knowledge of 18th-century antiques. A much sought-after specialist with a strong media presence, he also acquired an international reputation in the field of historical jewellery. Inspired by his mother, grandmother and aunts, Fuchs developed a passion for jewellery at an early age. In this field, too, he was particularly interested in bygone eras. This auction offers important pieces from Dr Carl Ludwig Fuchs his collection showing a flair for the extraordinary, his love of craftsmanship and his enthusiasm for precious stones and their cuts.
Specialist: Günter Eichberger, Mst.
Günter Eichberger, Mst.
+43-1-515 60-368
watches@dorotheum.at
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| Auction: | Jewels |
| Auction type: | Saleroom auction with Live Bidding |
| Date: | 01.12.2022 - 13:00 |
| Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
| Exhibition: | 12.11. – 30.11. |