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Ruby and sapphire vanity case and pill box, Mario Buccellati, 1960s and later
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Mario Buccellati
- metal, sapphire, ruby, diamond
Comprising: a vanity case of elongated form, the lid set with cabochon rubies and sapphires within foliate surrounds, opening to reveal a mirror, an open compartment, a sliding lipstick holder and a lidded compartment for powder, engraved throughout, measuring approximately 156 x 63 x 20mm, signed Buccellati, gross weight approximately 392 grams, fitted case stamped Mario Buccellati; and a pill box of square form with a hinged lid, the exterior and interior with chased designs, measuring approximately 39 x 39 x 12mm, signed M. Buccellati, gross weight approximately 51 grams, box stamped Mario Buccellati.
Condition
Vanity case: Signed Buccellati. Interior lid frame slightly ill fitting causing the mirror to slip slightly. Mirror foxed and chipped in areas. Lipstick thumbpiece slightly distorted. 160mm x 62mm x 20mm approximately.Clasp in good order. Interior compartment lid slightly stiff. Light surface scratches consistent with wear. In good condition.
Pill box: Engraved 750 for 18 carat gold. Signed M. Buccellati. Hinge and catch in good order. 40mm x 40mm x 12mm approximately. Light surface scratches consistent with wear. In good condition.
"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.
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.
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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a facsimile of an invoice from Mario Buccellati.