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Enamel and diamond compact, Cartier, 1920s
Estimate
9,500 - 14,500 CHF
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Description
- enamel, diamond, 14 carat gold
Depicting a scene of Chinese inspiration to the front and back in red, black, and gold enamel, adorned with a shòu character set with rose diamonds, tabs at top and bottom reveal lipstick and perfume holders, the central compartment fitted with a mirror, signed Cartier and numbered.
Literature
Cf: David Bennett and Daniela Mascetti, Understanding Jewellery, 1994, page 328 for a similar compact by Lacloche, Paris.
Condition
Stamped 14K for 14 carat gold. Signed Cartier Paris London New York and numbered 1187. Very delicate enamel with some small areas of loss, some scratches and nicks, few areas of retouching on the chain. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. 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."
Catalogue Note
In Chinese tradition, happiness (fú 福), prosperity (lù 禄), and longevity (shòu 寿) are the three attributes of a good life. It is not uncommon to find the auspicious shòu symbol on vanity cases by Cartier and other important jewellery houses of the early twentieth century.