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ONYX, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND VANITY CASE, CARTIER, Circa 1910
Estimate
5,500 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- onyx, enamel, diamond and gold
The cylindrical case applied with Pekin mille raies white enamel and black enamel floral frieze, the central circular monogram and thumb pieces highlighted with rose diamonds, opening to reveal a cigarette case, the onyx terminals opening to reveal a mirrored powder compartment and lipstick, measuring approximately 115mm x 43mm x 28mm, signed Cartier, Paris, Londres, New York, and numbered, French assay and maker's marks; together with a later heart shaped stick pin, set with single-cut diamonds, unsigned.
Literature
Cf: Judy Rudoe, Cartier, 1900 - 1939, London, 1997, page 126 for a similar example dated 1920.
Condition
Signed Cartier Paris, London, New York. Indistinct numbers. Stamped with French gold marks. Weighing approximately 203.0 grams. Enamel with some small losses, one section to the front cracked and is temporarily secured with tape. Diamonds bright and lively. Light scratches consistent with wear and age. 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 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."