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AN AMERICAN 14 KARAT GOLD AND enamel and diamond COMPACT AND A CONTINENTAL RUBY AND PEARL-SET BONBONNIÈRE, circa 1925-30
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- interior of compact stamped 14K; bonbonnière marked underside of cover 585?
- length of compact 2 1/8 in., diameter of bonbonnière 1 5/8 in.
- 5.4cm, 4.1cm
the rectangular compact with black lacquer doors opening to reveal an interior compartment with red and gold lacquer lid depicting a Chinese landscape, diamond mounded clasp, interior fitted with a mirror and engraved MDA; the bonbonnière of circular cushion form, the sides chased with gadroons and applied with laurel swags centered by rubies and spaced by diamond and ruby floral pendants, the cover mounted with a large baroque pearl bordered by rubies
Condition
compact with some small scratches to reverse and chip to lacquer in corner; bonbonnière good
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.
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.
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.