PIERRE STERLÉ 1950 Ultra Modernist Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Five Tiger Eyes
Modernist ring designed by Pierre Sterlé.
This is a fabulous statement and ultra modernist cocktail ring, created in Paris France during the postwar period, back in the 1950's. The voluptuous ring is very rare and one of a kind piece designed by Pierre Sterlé. It was carefully crafted with intricate free forms elements, made up in solid yellow gold of 18 karats. The modernist ring is embellished with five fancy carved tiger's eye gemstones. This sculptural piece has a gorgeous French look with chic and elegant style and is very wearable. Jewelry pieces by Sterle like this ring, are rare and will be a great addition to your jewelry collection.
Tiger Eye: Mounted in free forms settings, with 5 fancy cabochon cuts of natural tiger's eye.
Birthstone: Tiger's eye for the month of June.
Weight: 16.95 Grams, (10.87 Dwt.).
Size: 6 and may be easily sized up or down on special request.
Measurements: 42 mm by 18 mm (1.65 x 0.71 Inches) and raise 13 mm over the finger.
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks; the head of the eagle and the dog for the assay and warranty of the 18kt gold and platinum respectively, the maker's maitre mark Ste S. inside a lozange cartouche associated to Pierre Sterle, the four digits serial numbers and signed in full, "STERLÉ PARIS 2864 MONTREAUX".
Pierre Sterlé
He was a French jeweler, born in 1905 and was the son of a family of bankers. After the death of his father during the first world war, he was sent to live with an uncle, a jeweler in Paris, who introduced him to the profession. In 1934, he started his own establishment. He enjoyed the support of many large jewelry houses, such as Boucheron, Chaumet and Ostertag, for whom he was already designing jewelry. In 1939, he premiered a range of jewelry specifically for individuals. The writer Colette, fascinated by his work, was one of his first clients. In 1943 he moved to larger premises at 43 avenue de L'Opera, close to place Vendome. Approaching the world of high fashion, he began a collaboration with designer Jacques Fath. During his life, he was known as the “couturier of jewelry” to socialites. Considered during his lifetime to have been an inspired innovator, he reached his apogee in the 40’s and 50's. his work, with precious stones and metal was inspired by nature.
Collateral: This sculptural ring is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold or the platinum. The 5 tiger's eye gemstones are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: R092724SAEN/.4074
