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A VICTORIAN GEM UNCOVERED AT FELLOW’S AUCTION OF ANTIQUE & MODERN JEWELLERY
Edwin William Streeter (1834-1923) was a renowned Victorian jeweller, with a controversial and colourful career. His designs frequented the International Exhibitions of the day, and he also masterminded trips to Burma to investigate the ruby mines and opened the pearl fisheries of Western Australia.
His career was extremely varied; however he also spearheaded disastrous ventures to seek emeralds in Egypt and sapphires in North America.
Nevertheless despite these setbacks, his Mayfair emporium on 37 Conduit Street was the go-to destination for jewellery, clocks, silver and plated goods, and watches, all which could be purchased in store or ordered through regularly printed catalogues.
Fellows’ 17th September Antique & Modern Jewellery auction features the above late 19th century peridot enamel and diamond pendant (lot 32, estimate £5,000-7,000) which in all probability was retailed by Streeter himself. The vibrant and intricate pendant bears a remarkable resemblance to one exhibited by the jeweller at the 1872 International Exhibition. In the Art Journal Catalogue for the Exhibition, Streeter’s designs are described as:
‘…Remarkable for refinement and accuracy of finish, and very high merit as Works of Art.’
Indeed, the very purpose of the International Exhibitions – inspired by the 1851 Great Exhibition – was to showcase the very latest and finest examples of Victorian design on a multi-national level.
Fine arts and scientific inventions and discoveries were central display themes but each exhibition also presented different aspects of manufacture. Below is the catalogue for Streeter’s objects in the Exhibition, and we will leave you to make your minds up and speculate about this intriguing piece.
Auctions of Antique & Modern Jewellery are held monthly at Fellows, and features alluring jewels from across the ages, with many designer and branded pieces, this is the perfect place to find something to set apart your ensemble.
SEPTEMBER AUCTION PREVIEW
LINKS OF LONDON - an 18ct gold enamel charm bracelet, estimate £700-900. This fun enamel charm bracelet designed by Links of London, has multi-coloured handbags and shoes suspended from the 18ct gold chain.
Lot 32, Late 19th Century Peridot, Enamel & diamond pendant.
A South Sea cultured pearl and sapphire flower ring, estimate £1,500-2,000 The pearl in this ring is surrounded by tiny sapphires which show off the lustre of this gorgeous pearl; the double band lends another unexpected touch – not just another floral ring!
A Sapphire and Diamond cluster ring, estimate £4,000-6,000 The band on this sapphire and diamond cluster ring is the only thing ‘plain’ about it. The oval shape sapphire is surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds worth an estimated 2.40cts.
View the full catalogue for this September auction online now at
www.fellows.co.uk, or if you are interested in consigning to any of our auctions of Jewellery, Watches or Antiques, call 0121 212 2131 to speak to a specialist about free valuations..
UPCOMING AUCTIONS: Image: Streeter of Bond Street, Patrick Streeter (1993) / 18
Thursday 17th September at 11am – Antique & Modern Jewellery Monday 21st September at 10am – Silver & Plated Ware Thursday 24th September at 10am – Fortnightly Auction of Jewellery Tuesday 29th September at 11am – The Watch Sale Monday 5th October at 10am – The Blue John Sale Thursday 8th October at 10am – Fortnightly Auction of Jewellery
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