Luxury Collectibles Set for February Auction Event
Discerning collectors and jewelry enthusiasts have marked their calendars for an exceptional Valentine’s Day auction featuring rare gems and fine art from prominent London collections. Over 700 lots will be available for bidding on February 5th at Sloane Street Auctions’ Chelsea location, with simultaneous online participation available.
Sparkling Highlights for Discerning Buyers
The auction presents an extraordinary selection of jewelry from prestigious houses including Harry Winston, Tiffany & Co., and Garrard. Among the standout pieces is a remarkable diamond and gem-set cross featuring dual designs: one side displays princess-cut diamond squares with pavé-set borders, while the reverse showcases Padparadscha sapphires accented by multicolored sapphires and tsavorite garnets.
Pearl connoisseurs will find exceptional offerings including a pair of antique Belle Époque earrings combining diamonds with natural pearls renowned for their flawless surfaces and luminous quality. Another notable lot features interchangeable South Sea cultured pearl earrings with multiple configuration options.
Beyond Jewellery: Collectible Treasures
The event extends beyond fine jewelry with significant decorative pieces and artworks. A striking Chinoiserie black lacquer cabinet adorned with pagoda landscapes and Oriental figures promises to draw interior design enthusiasts. Modern art collectors will note an untitled abstract work by Asger Jorn, founding member of the influential COBRA avant-garde movement.
Samuel Yorke, Chief Operating Officer of the auction house, emphasized the rarity of these collections: “We’re privileged to offer pieces that represent generations of discerning acquisition, many never before appearing on the open market.”
Practical Auction Details
The Valentine’s Auction commences at 10:30 AM GMT on February 5th at the Chelsea auction rooms, with bidding accessible both in person and through digital platforms. The curated selection represents items from aristocratic and private collections across Chelsea and Belgravia, spanning jewelry, timepieces, furniture, and decorative arts.
