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Lacquer and silver cigarette case, Raymond Templier, circa 1930
Estimate
55,000 - 80,000 CHF
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Description
- lacquer, silver
The rectangular cigarette case decorated with a geometric motif composed of cream and black lacquer and silver, measurements approximately 128 x 83mm, signed Raymond Templier and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, fitted case signed Paul et Raymond Templier, Joailliers-Fabricants, 7, Boulevard Malesherbes, 1er etage, Paris.
Literature
Cf: Laurence Mouillefarine & Véronique Ristelhueber , Raymond Templier, Le bijoux moderne, Paris, 2005, pages 236 for an illustration of this cigarette case.
Cf: 'L'Art Vivant', April 1931 for an illustration of this case.
Cf: Sylvie Raulet, Art Deco Jewellery, London, 1985, pages 278-279 and page 286 for other examples of cigarette cases by Raymond Templier.
Condition
French assay marks for silver. Signed Raymond Templier, maker's marks, numbered 61 and 16210. Cream coloured and black enamel in good condition, few scratches and minor loss to the edges. Little discolouration and tarnish to the gold. Case top and bottom with sliding mechanism to the side to open case. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition.
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"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."