One step-cut aquamarine, approximately 20.00 carats
Diamonds on side
Platinum and 18 karat yellow gold
French assay marks
Signed Sterlé Paris and numbered A945
Literature
Cf. V. Jutheau, Sterlé Joaillier Paris, Éditions Vecteurs, 1990, plate A. 945 for an original design drawing of the brooch.
Catalogue Essay
Pierre Sterlé was certainly a jewellery genius in history. Since 1940s, he had created numerous amazing pieces with forms previously unseen. His predominant inspiration came from nature and a particular fascination with birds which reappeared time and again in stylised form. The present Sterlé brooch is a great example of his iconic creations, the signature stylised bird design with using several different textures and colours of gold within one piece.
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An Aquamarine and Diamond 'Bird' Brooch, Sterlé Paris
Signed Sterlé Paris and numbered A945
Estimate HK$160,000 - 200,000 $20,000-25,000
Sold for HK$187,500
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