MARCHAK, A PAIR OF COLOURED DIAMOND AND DIAMOND PENDANT EARRINGS

MARCHAK, A PAIR OF COLOURED DIAMOND AND DIAMOND PENDANT EARRINGS CIRCA 1955 Each old European cut diamond of brown tint, within a diamond set star surround, mounted on a wirework dome, suspending a detachable palmier link tassel with arrowhead terminals and diamond set clasp, signed Marchak Paris, numbered 23517, French poinçon, maker's mark, fitted case by Hancocks Size/dimensions: 6.3cm long Gross weight: 40.5 grams Marchak, founded in Kiev in 1878 by Joseph Marchak, rose to become one of the most important jewellers of the Russian Empire, earning the nickname "the Cartier of Kiev". A notable rival to the great House of Fabergé, Marchak also served as jeweller to the Imperial Court. Following the Russian Revolution, the House relocated to Paris, where it continued to flourish throughout the 20th century, becoming renowned for its lively gemstone combinations, inventive techniques such as pâte de verre, and recognisable flora and fauna-inspired motifs. Some of its prestigious clientele during this period included King Hassan II of Morocco and Jacqueline Kennedy, reflecting Marchak's status as one of the leading European jewellery houses of its era. Condition Report Disclaimer, MARCHAK, A PAIR OF COLOURED DIAMOND AND DIAMOND PENDANT EARRINGS, MARCHAK, A PAIR OF COLOURED DIAMOND AND DIAMOND PENDANT EARRINGS CIRCA 1955 Each old European cut diamond of brown tint, within a diamond set star surround, mounted on a wirework dome, suspending a detachable palmier link tassel with arrowhead terminals and diamond set clasp, signed Marchak Paris, numbered 23517, French poinçon, maker's mark, fitted case by Hancocks Size/dimensions: 6.3cm long Gross weight: 40.5 grams Marchak, founded in Kiev in 1878 by Joseph Marchak, rose to become one of the most important jewellers of the Russian Empire, earning the nickname "the Cartier of Kiev". A notable rival to the great House of Fabergé, Marchak also served as jeweller to the Imperial Court. Following the Russian Revolution, the House relocated to Paris, where it continued to flourish throughout the 20th century, becoming renowned for its lively gemstone combinations, inventive techniques such as pâte de verre, and recognisable flora and fauna-inspired motifs. Some of its prestigious clientele during this period included King Hassan II of Morocco and Jacqueline Kennedy, reflecting Marchak's status as one of the leading European jewellery houses of its era. Marchak, pâte de verre, Condition Report Disclaimer

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