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An Art Deco gold, enamel and hardstone inkstand, Cartier, New York, circa 1930
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- base rim of one inkwell marked Cartier, 14K and numbered 1315, the pen marked 14K and with monogram WSH
- gold, enamel, hardstone
- length 9 1/8 in.
- 23.2 cm
the rose quartz base with onyx cabochons at the angles, fitted with two gold-mounted jade pots, the hinged enameled lids with moonstone finials, the central vase of smoky quartz with a Chinese carved jade finial of a man holding a lotus, the eyes set with diamonds. Together with a gold pen.
Condition
pen with a few small dents, jade finial with a small loss to top of lotus, overall 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.
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.
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.