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PEARL, ONYX, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND VANITY CASE, 1920s
Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
The rectangular hinged case suspended from a black enamel and rose-cut diamond link chain, to a later circlet, the obverse surface of the case applied with a woven mesh of seed pearls within a border of black enamel and single-cut diamonds, the reverse composed of an onyx tablet the corners accented with rose-cut stones, opening to reveal a mirrored powder compartment, a concealed ivory writing tablet and pencil, measuring approximately 86mm x 58mm x 14mm, French assay and maker's marks, numbered.
Condition
Abrasions to black enamel near hinges, with small chips to enamel on three of the four corners and wear to black enamel bezel border surrounding pearl top. Diamonds bright and lively, with extensive wear and small chips to black enamel curb link chain, with later suspension loop. French assay marks for platinum stamped to inside of lid and numbered 55384, discolouration to mirror. Weight approximately 174 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."
Catalogue Note
Pearls untested.