Lot 1647
  • 1647

KARAT GOLD AND ENAMEL COMPACT, BOUCHERON PARIS

Estimate
80,000 - 100,000 HKD
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Description

  • enamel, gold
Of textured gold design, embellished to the front with blue and green enamel floral motifs, opening to reveal a fitted mirror and a powder compartment, of 18 karat yellow gold, signed.

Condition

Condition: Signed with French assay mark to the interior. Karat gold weighing approximately 140 grams. Minor scratches to the enamel surface, consistent with age and not noticeable. Minor tarnish to the mirror and a small crack on the glass compartment inside the compact. Signs of normal wear to the metal, overall 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. 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.