Dreweatts 1759 | Fine Jewellery

Dreweatts

Donnington Priory

Newbury, Berkshire

RG14 2JE

United Kingdom

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Y ANGELA CUMMINGS FOR TIFFANY & CO, A PAIR OF LAPIS LAZULI AND MOTHER-OF-PEARL CUFFLINKS

Lot 15

LISA SOTILIS, A CUFF EARRING

Lot 34

A SAPPHIRE, COLOURED SAPPHIRE, DIAMOND AND CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE

Lot 53

AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY EMERALD AND DIAMOND RING

Lot 150

AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY FOUR ROW NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Lot 210

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LISA SOTILIS FOR CARTIER, A DRESS WATCH CIRCA 1970 The circular silvered dial with gilt baton markers, within a broad hammered and radiating bezel, with a tapered brown leather strap and textured buckle, signed Cartier Automatic, maker's mark Size/dimensions: bezel 5.0cm long Gross weight: 38.4 grams Known in artistic circles as the 'Golden Greek', Lisa Sotilis was born in Athens in 1939. She trained first in Athens and later at the Academy of Arts in Milan. Although she began as a painter and sculptor, she soon turned to jewellery design driven by a dissatisfaction with contemporary styles and developed a distinctive approach she described as 'micro-sculpture'. Sotilis showed exceptional promise early on: her first solo exhibition took place in Milan at just 16, followed by her international debut in Berlin two years later. Her work caught the attention of influential dealer Alexander Iolas, who exhibited her alongside major 20th century figures such as René Magritte, Andy Warhol, and her mentor Giorgio de Chirico. Her creations have been collected by leading figures in the art world, including Salvador Dalí. In 1970, she entered an exclusive contract with Cartier to design watch dials and bezels. Her Milan residence on Via Dante became a vibrant cultural hub, frequented by personalities such as Warhol and Rudolf Nureyev. Sotilis has exhibited internationally, with her work held in major museums and distinguished private collections. Reflecting on her creative drive, she once remarked: 'I sleep three hours a day because my creativity never ends. When I tire of making jewellery which I call micro-sculptures I paint, I design furniture. I don't make traditional jewels; they are different, my way, because I have to recreate what I see in my dreams.' Condition Report: Automatic movement by Concord Watch Co., 17 Jewels unadjusted. Caliber 261. Currently functioning but has not been tested for time keeping. Inside case back numbered 147048, signed Concord Watch Co. Swiss. Swiss assay mark for 14ct gold. Some scratches to glass and case. Strap flaked and worn, would benefit from replacing Condition Report Disclaimer

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Auction date(s): Jun 16

Lot location: Newbury, Berkshire

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LISA SOTILIS FOR CARTIER, A DRESS WATCH CIRCA 1970 The enamelled blue lapis lazuli style oval dial with gilt Roman numerals, within a broad hammered bi-colour bezel, with a tapered black leather strap to textured buckle, signed Cartier, maker's mark, case numbered 21043 107, stamped 18K Size/dimensions: bezel 5.3cm long Gross weight: 40.3 grams Known in artistic circles as the 'Golden Greek', Lisa Sotilis was born in Athens in 1939. She trained first in Athens and later at the Academy of Arts in Milan. Although she began as a painter and sculptor, she soon turned to jewellery design driven by a dissatisfaction with contemporary styles and developed a distinctive approach she described as 'micro-sculpture'. Sotilis showed exceptional promise early on: her first solo exhibition took place in Milan at just 16, followed by her international debut in Berlin two years later. Her work caught the attention of influential dealer Alexander Iolas, who exhibited her alongside major 20th century figures such as René Magritte, Andy Warhol, and her mentor Giorgio de Chirico. Her creations have been collected by leading figures in the art world, including Salvador Dalí. In 1970, she entered an exclusive contract with Cartier to design watch dials and bezels. Her Milan residence on Via Dante became a vibrant cultural hub, frequented by personalities such as Warhol and Rudolf Nureyev. Sotilis has exhibited internationally, with her work held in major museums and distinguished private collections. Reflecting on her creative drive, she once remarked: 'I sleep three hours a day because my creativity never ends. When I tire of making jewellery which I call micro-sculptures I paint, I design furniture. I don't make traditional jewels; they are different, my way, because I have to recreate what I see in my dreams.' Condition Report: Manual movement by Movado, 17 Jewels unadjusted. Currently winding and ticking, but has not been tested for time keeping. Inside case signed Movado Factories Switzerland, numbered 58, 215 004, Swiss hallmark for 18ct gold. Some scratches to glass. Spots of tarnish and scratches to case. Bracelet with some wear and flaking. Condition Report Disclaimer

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