$20,740
set with numerous round brilliant cut diamonds and rubies, bone tusks and applied with red, blue, green and white enamel, measuring approximately 66. 00 x 46.00 mm. Inscribed: Tiffany & Co. This item specifically was featured on the cover illustration and on page 92 of "Masterpieces of American Jewelry" by Judith Price with the description as follows: "Donald Claflin came to Tiffany in the 1960's. His imagination enabled him to create a world of Lewis Carroll fantasy creatures." This brooch was inspired by the poem "The Walrus and The Carpenter" by Lewis Carroll. This item was also featured in the exhibition "Masterpieces of American Jewelry" from August 20th 2004 - January 23 2005 at the American Folk Art Museum in New York City. 32.40 dwts.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2010-04-18
