- 1609
Karat Gold Minaudière, Van Cleef & Arpels, Circa 1960
Estimate
130,000 - 180,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- gold
Comprising: a karat gold minaudière of woven design, opening to reveal two separate make-up compartments and a lipstick holder, with fitted mirror; a powder case and perfume atomizer of matching design; mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, the minaudière, powder case and perfume atomizer measuring approximately 140.50 x 80.00 x 18.80mm, 82.50 x 60.00 x 17.00mm and 79.00 x 21.30mm respectively, all signed, minaudière and powder case numbered 79313 and 63115 respectively. (3)
Condition
Principal case signed to inside upper edge and numbered 79313. Stamped with French assay marks. Traces of powder to interior and rouge in the lipstick. Gross weight weighing approximately 410g. The separate powder compact, signed and numbered 63115, and numbered on the side C525, French Assay marks and maker's marks. Some traces of powder to the interior. Gross weight approximately 205g. The perfume bottle, signed to the bottom, gross weight approximately 60g. Inscribed inside the pump "Marcel * Franck BTE SGDG PARIS-FRANCE".
Condition: Minor scratches to polished surfaces consistent with age and wear. In very 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.
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.