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Pair of gold, enamel and metal 'stars and stripes' brooches, Cartier, circa 1940
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
The upwardly curving star-shaped frames of copper-colored metal centered by flared 'en tremblant' segments applied with red, white and blue enamel in an American flag motif, surmounted by emblems of gold eagles, the medals commemorating 'Friends of Soldiers & Sailors, New York State,' signed Cartier, U.S. Pat 2-220-442.
Condition
Good condition. Some of the copper-colored plating is worn on the pin mechanism. Minor losses to the enamel. The eagle emblems are gold plated and read "Friends of New York State Soldiers Sailors".
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
A similar star-shaped American flag brooch, by Cartier, New York, is illustrated by Penny Proddow and Debra Healy, American Jewelry: Glamour and Tradition, p. 139, fig. 124.