$3,198
Antique 18kt Gold and Lapis Necklace, Fanniere Freres, France, with silver satyr, putto, and mask motifs, lg. 18 1/4 in., maker's mark and guarantee stamps, signed. Note: Francois-Auguste and Joseph-Louis Fanniere were highly respected jewelers and goldsmiths in 19th century Paris. They supplied the firms of Froment-Meurice and Wiese, and later participated in Universal Expositions under their own name, winning the Grand Prize in 1878 and 1889. Estimate $1,000-1,500 Lengthened. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-03-04
