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Enamel and diamond vanity case, Cartier, circa 1920
Estimate
24,000 - 43,000 CHF
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Description
- Gold, enamel, diamond
The black enamel case decorated with two lines of millegrain-set rose and single-cut diamonds, enhanced with palmette motifs and diamond thumbpiece, opening to reveal a cigarette compartment, a mirror, a lipstick holder and two powder compartments, measurements approximately 85 x 40 x 30mm, signed Cartier, numbered, French assay and indistinct maker's marks.
Condition
Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity no. GE2003-115.
Signed Cartier Paris Londres New York, numbered 01087, case and lipstick holder inscribed HSA 2531. Case and lipstick holder with French assay and indistinct maker's marks. Black enamel in very good condition. Diamonds bright and lively. Mirror in excellent condition. Gold with very few scratches, lipstick holder in working condition. This vanity case is excellent condition, especially considering its age. Total gross weight approximately 151 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."