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A Gem-set and Porcelain 'Chandra' Necklace, Bulgari, Circa 1990

Estimate
HK$48,000 - 70,000
€5,800 - 8,400
$6,000 - 9,000
Lot Details
Amethyst, blue topaz, citrine, peridot, pink and green tourmaline roundelsFluted white porcelain beadsWith signed box
Catalogue Essay
The Chandra Collection of Bulgari was manufactured during the 1980s and 1990s and presents a recognisable image of this brand - yellow gold, volume, striking colours, clean shapes and stylised decorative motifs. To obtain the interesting chromatic effects, various semi-precious gemstones were combined with spherical white porcelain beads. Among all, chokers and necklaces whose structure was integrated with decorative elements were the most representative creations. The present choker necklace is one example of 'Chandra' creation, showing the typical components of yellow gold and brightly coloured gemstones.