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An 18 Karat Gold, Rock Crystal and Enamel Charm Bracelet, France
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- gold, enamel, crystal
the gold link bracelet suspending six cocktail-themed charms including a twist of lemon peel, a bottle of gin, a cocktail shaker which opens to reveal a devil, a liquor bottle, a martini glass and an ice cube, the link surmounting three charms inscribed, '1 verre a liqueur,' '½ verre a Madère,' 'Country of origin France,' and '2 traits,' gross weight approximately 12 dwts, length 7 in., numbered 47780, with French assay and partial workshop marks; circa 1935.
Condition
In good condition. Some light wear to the gold in the form of some slight abrasion. Some very minor loss to the enamel, particularly on the gin bottle and the devil inside the cocktail shaker. With French export marks and partial maker's mark of a P followed by an indistinct symbol. Please note that this piece is numbered with serial number 47780.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
For a charm bracelet of almost identical design by Van Cleef & Arpels, see Évelyne Possémé, Van Cleef & Arpels: The Art of High Jewelry, p.178.