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18 karat gold and sapphire cigarette box, Cartier, Paris, circa 1940
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Cartier, Paris
The hinged rectangular box engine-turned in a woven pattern, the sides outlined in calibré-cut sapphires, the thumbpiece set with a baguette sapphire, weighing approximately 104 dwts., 3 by 2¼ inches, signed Cartier, numbered 63545 and 04185, French assay marks, 1 sapphire missing; together with a cigarette case and matching compact of white and pink metal, circa 1930, the sides decorated with panels of black onyx, 5 by 3 inches and 3½ by 3 inches respectively, both stamped Evans, one onyx segment missing. Compact not illustrated.
Condition
The GOLD BOX is tarnished and 1 sapphire is missing. Signed Cartier on inner lip and numbered 63545 and 04185. The COMPACT is missing one side onyx segment, it has a fitted mirror. CIGARETTE BOX is pocked where the pink metal has worn away. All pieces show signs of usual wear from use.
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.