The Ornamented Being
Ornamented: -verb: Adorn; beautify. Be·ing: -noun: Fulfillment of possibilities; essential completeness.
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Elizabeth Taylor’s “La Peregrina” is an early 16th century pearl, ruby and diamond necklace by Cartier. It was a gift from Richard Burton and is estimated at $2,000,000 - $3,000,000. It is shown in this photograph at Christie’s in New York, Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011.
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Part of a Suite of Kunzite, amethyst and diamond “Triphanes” jewelry by Van Cleef & Arpels, from Elizabeth Taylor’s estate, is shown in this photograph at Christie’s in New York, Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011. It is estimated at $70,000-$100,000.
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Elizabeth Taylor’s diamond, emerald and gold “Snake” bracelet watch, by Bulgari, circa 1961, estimated at $12,000-$15,000, is shown in this photograph at Christie’s in New York, Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011.
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Elizabeth Taylor’s gold and ivory necklace featuring ivory opera passes, circa 18th and 19th centuries, a gift from the estate of Edith Head, is shown in this photograph at Christie’s in New York, Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011. It is estimated at $1,500-$2,000.
