ADAM'S Fine Jewellery & Ladies Watches 12th May 2026

TUESDAY 12 TH MAY 2026 . STARTING AT 4PM 160 162 TIFFANY & CO., DESIGNED BY ANGELA CUMMINGS: A COLLECTIBLE MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND ONYX BANGLE, CIRCA 1980 The hinged bangle in polished gold, the exterior decorated throughout with a continuous chevron design of alternating triangular panels inlaid with mother-of-pearl and black onyx against a polished gold ground, mounted in 18K gold, signed T&Co., with maker’s case and outer box, di - ameter 5.7cm, inner length approximately 17.2cm € 15,000 - 25,000 Born in Austria in 1944 and raised in the United States, Angela Cummings studied fine art in Italy and trained in gemmology and goldsmithing in Germany. These formative years set the foundation for her innovative de- sign career. Joining Tiffany & Co. in 1967, Cummings worked under Donald Claflin, developing a design philosophy that balanced artistic expression with timeless craftsmanship. In 1975, she became one of the first designers at Tiffany to debut a collection under her own name, marking a pivotal mo- ment in her career. Inspired by nature, Cummings incorporated textures from leaves, petals, andmarine life into her designs, often usingmaterials like lapis lazuli, jade, and opal set in 18 carat gold. This technique, combining hardstone and metal seamlessly, resulted in tactile, luminous pieces. In 1984, she left Tiffany to launchAngela Cummings Inc. with her husband, Bruce. That same year, she opened a boutique at Bergdorf Goodman, be- coming the first fine jewellery designer to do so, solidifying her reputation in the luxury market. Her work attracted a distinguished clientele, including Elizabeth Taylor, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Oprah Winfrey. More recently, actress Gal Gadot wore a vintage Cummings piece at the 2025Academy Awards, demonstrating the enduring relevance of her designs. After retiring in 2003, Cummings returned to design in 2013 with a col- laboration with Assael, creating a 25-piece collection of pearl jewellery set in platinum, gold, and diamonds. Her pieces are now held in prestigious collections, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.