Lot 1. A set of 'Hindu' emerald, diamond and gold jewelry, by René Boivin. Estimate USD 25,000 - USD 35,000. Price Realised USD 65,000 © Christie's Images Ltd 2016.
Comprising a necklace, designed as a sculpted 18k gold band centering upon a graduated series of pear-shaped emeralds and circular-cut diamonds, within a roped gold surround; and a pair of ear clips en suite, 14 1/2 ins. (necklace), 7/8 in. (ear clips), with French assay marks for 18k gold. Signed René Boivin, with maker's marks (necklace). Signed R. Boivin, with maker's mark (ear clips)
The Collection of Robert and Sylvia Olnick
Literature: Cf. F. Cailles, René Boivin: Jeweler, Paris, Éditions de l’Amateur, 1994, p. 239
Christie's. Magnificent Jewels, 7 December 2016, New York, Rockefeller Plaza