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Takis (1925–2019) Magnetic headdress believed to have been w…
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Takis (1925–2019) Magnetic headdress believed to have been w…
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Estimate €6,000 - €8,000
Voluntary lot
Description
Takis (1925–2019) Magnetic headdress believed to have been worn by Melina Mercouri circa 1983–1984. Made of at least 18K gold (750 ‰) and bearing a Greek 22K hallmark (916 ‰)
Weight of the gold headpiece: 14.71 g
Weight of the magnets: 10.65 g Provenance: > Private collection, Athens
We would like to thank the Takis Foundation - K.E.T.E. Foundation for the information kindly provided regarding the provenance of this piece of jewellery.
This piece is a head ornament worn on the forehead, around the hair, in the style of women in ancient Greece or Egypt. According to the family tradition of the sellers, confirmed by the Takis Foundation, this piece of jewellery is said to have been worn during an official visit to Kyoto in 1984, whilst Melina Mercouri was Minister of Culture. The Melina Mercouri Foundation, contacted in October 2026, asked us to convey its doubts regarding the veracity of the provenance and whether this piece of jewellery was in fact worn by Melina Mercouri during that trip.
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Pictures modified on 10/07/2026 at 11:42 AM
Lot description modified on 10/07/2026 at 11:42 AM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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