Jewellery, Watches and Objects of Vertu

A silver and gem set torque necklace, by Barbara Bertagnolli, the rigid silver torque with cabochon moonstone terminals, raised band details, some gilded and with raised collet set vari-coloured gemstone accents, of round, oval and pear-shaped cabochon forms, the torque hallmarked for London, 1992 and bearing maker’s mark, torque internal diameter 11.5cm. £500-700

The London-based Italian designer Barbara Bertagnolli draws inspiration for her one-off pieces from the colours, unusual cuts and shapes of the gemstones she selects. Working directly without drawings she has her own distinctive technique combining silver and applied 24 carat gold with influences from the Medieval period, the Vienna Seccession and contemporary abstract forms.

See: www.barbara-bertagnolli.co.uk