Fine Jewelry
Sat, Aug 14, 2021 01:00PM EDT
Lot 3
Robert Bruce Bielka Articulating Whimsical Elephant 18k
Sold for
$2,300
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $5,000 | $250 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $20,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $75,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
A whimsical articulating elephant by Robert Bruce Bielka in 18k yellow gold with ruby cabochon eyes on a 14k yellow gold rope chain. The elephant is the larger version created and is fully articulating with a moveable trunk, head, legs and tail with beautiful detailing throughout.
The elephant pendant is removable from the chain.
Robert Bruce Bielka worked for Cartier before starting his own jewelry design and manufacturing firm in New York in 1979. He quickly was selling his pieces to jewelry stores including Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston, Chaumet and Neiman Marcus where he has become a featured designer. He holds the patent for his fully articulating animal jewelry.
Pendant
Gemstone Attributes: 2 ruby cabochons approximately 1.7mm.
Setting Type: Inset.
Metal: 18k yellow gold.
Weight: 23.9 dwt.
Measurements: Approximately 1.5" trunk to tail, 3/4" ear to ear and 1" tall not including the bail.
Markings: R.B.B. 18k.
Chain
Clasp Type: Bayonet with a safety catch.
Metal: 14k yellow gold.
Weight: 10.4 dwt.
Measurements: 31" long, 2.58mm thick.
Markings: 14k.
Excellent condition.
The elephant pendant is removable from the chain.
Robert Bruce Bielka worked for Cartier before starting his own jewelry design and manufacturing firm in New York in 1979. He quickly was selling his pieces to jewelry stores including Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston, Chaumet and Neiman Marcus where he has become a featured designer. He holds the patent for his fully articulating animal jewelry.
Pendant
Gemstone Attributes: 2 ruby cabochons approximately 1.7mm.
Setting Type: Inset.
Metal: 18k yellow gold.
Weight: 23.9 dwt.
Measurements: Approximately 1.5" trunk to tail, 3/4" ear to ear and 1" tall not including the bail.
Markings: R.B.B. 18k.
Chain
Clasp Type: Bayonet with a safety catch.
Metal: 14k yellow gold.
Weight: 10.4 dwt.
Measurements: 31" long, 2.58mm thick.
Markings: 14k.
Condition
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