From an Important European Private Collection
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Mother-of-pearl, lacquer and diamond brooch, 'Shinobu'
Modelled as a butterfly, the mother-of-pearl wings decorated with gold lacquer foliage motifs over a black lacquer background, the body set with brilliant-cut diamonds, measuring approximately 50 x 42mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French makers mark and assay mark for gold, case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.
Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Estimate
CHF7,500 - 11,000
€7,700-11,300
$8,000-12,000
Sold for CHF34,290