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La Doña - a Menagerie Fountain Pen, Cartier, 2006
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- La Doña - a Menagerie Fountain Pen, Cartier, 2006
- Gold, glass
- 14cm., 5 1/2 in,.long
gold plate simulating crocodile skin, applied in high relief with two crocodiles, the ends with green and yellow glass cabochons, numbered: 466/888, signed Cartier, dated 2006 and further inscribed 'plaqué or G / Germany', in a gilt-tooled red leather presentation case
Condition
excellent 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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
This model is part of Cartier's 'Menagerie Collection' and was named after the 1940s film star, Maria Felix (1914-2002). Also known as 'La Doña - the Mexican Marilyn Monroe', the actress had commissioned a unique crocodile necklace in gold which then inspired the firm to create this pen. There was a limited edition of 888 and the model was part of the most expensive range of pens so far created by Cartier.