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Cecile Zilkha collections under hammer!

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  Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels Auction on 9 December Sotheby’s announces Live Auction on 9 December Magnificent Jewels in New York is headlined by exquisite jewels from the collections of Cecile Zilkha and Marylou Whitney and complemented by an exceptional group of top-quality Fancy Colored diamonds in hues of red, blue, orange, pink, green and yellow.  For connoisseurs of design, there is a rich selection of vintage jewels by Cartier, Boivin, Belperron and Schlumberger and a stunning group of Art Deco masterpieces by Boucheron, Bulgari, Cartier and Yard.   Renowned for her timeless elegance, dedicated philanthropy, and lifelong interest in the arts, Cecile’s collection reflects her iconic sense of style and affection for objects of superlative quality and craftsmanship.  Marylou Whitney, a generous philanthropist, thoroughbred breeder, arts patron, devoted wife and mother, and glamorous society hostess. Known in the racing world as the “Queen of Saratoga,” Marylou was an extraordinary