Object Description
A vintage tricolour gold Serpenti Tubogas cuff bracelet by Bulgari, 1990s. The cuff bracelet is crafted in three colours of 18ct gold, a highly flexible Tubogas design that wraps around the wrist and has a softly domed pyramidal profile. Each end tapers into a rounded termination.
Maker
Bulgari
Period
circa 1990
Origin
Italy
Setting
18ct gold, signed Bvlgari with Italian assay marks and makers marks
Weight
173.8 grams
Dimensions
Width at widest point: 3.1cm/1.2″
Very flexible – would fit a small-medium wrist
Condition
Very fine
Directors Notes
Serpenti, one of Bulgari’s most iconic designs, was introduced in 1948. The first pieces were jewelled watches which were designed to coil around the wrist using another iconic house motif, Tubogas. Since then, this most ancient of symbols has been consistently reinvented by the Maison in a range of different styles and designs. Every evolution contemporary and always reflecting the symbolic nature of rebirth and metamorphosis that the serpent represents, this timeless motif has been consistently honoured by Bulgari’s creativity and boldness and continues to be a highly sought after collection.