The first pendant centring on an oval blue topaz weighing 22.67 carats, carved with a portrait of goddess intaglio, embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds extending to the surmount; the second pendant modelled as a portrait of goddess, the face set with carved blue topaz, enhanced by textured gold hair, crown and halo, decorated with brilliant-cut diamonds, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 1.25 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold, signed. (2)
Accompanied by Central Gem Laboratory report numbered FV44484, dated 24 August 2018, stating that the 22.67 carat topaz is natural.
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WALLACE CHAN
Known for his powerful sense of beauty and innovative creation, Wallace Chan is an internationally acclaimed Chinese jewellery artist. He is capable of capturing his interaction between materials and the energy. By incorporating them into his designs, every detail in his works reveals his passionate dream and philosophy, causing a strong aesthetic and soulful impact to audience.
Wallace Chan’s jewellery creations are highly celebrated by jewellery experts, connoisseurs and international media as they integrate unique design with revolutionary technologies. After two-and-a-half years of experiment, the Wallace Cut was unveiled in 1987. Combining intaglio carving technique and the concept of multi-exposure in photography, Wallace Chan invented mirroring of images in transparent gemstones by faceting, creating an innovative multi-reflection effect.
This spring, Tiancheng International is pleased to offer two pieces by Wallace Chan (Lot 73 and 74). Exquisite and finely carved, they are impeccable examples of Chan’s sublime craftsmanship.