Verdura - New York Jewels: Online Auction New York Wednesday, November 22, 2023 | Phillips

New York Jewels: Online Auction

22 - 29 November 2023

    • Set with a cushion shape pink tourmaline, sided with 2 cushion shape citrines, mounted in 18K yellow gold, size 8 1/4, signed Verdura with maker's mark.

  • Artist Biography

    Verdura

    American

    Duke Fulco di Verdura was born into an aristocratic family in the late nineteenth century and quickly became a man with a vast imagination. Raised in a world of fairy tale-themed costume parties, Verdura conceptualized jewelry inspired by the animal aesthetics from his lavish childhood.

    With a youthful, refreshing approach to jewelry making and an international sensibility, Verdura prospered in the interwar years and capitalized on the wealth of tourists who visited Venice and Palermo. He caught the attention of Cole Porter, who became a long-lasting patron and appreciated the value in Verdura's diamond, gold, and pearl accessories.

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Property of a Lady

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Lot offered with No Reserve

Verdura

Tourmaline and Citrine Ring

Set with a cushion shape pink tourmaline, sided with 2 cushion shape citrines, mounted in 18K yellow gold, size 8 1/4, signed Verdura with maker's mark.

Estimate
$5,000 - 7,000 •

Sold for $9,525

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New York Jewels: Online Auction

22 - 29 November 2023