Lot 698
  • 698

Two gold, enamel and pearl vinaigrettes, Rémond, Lamy, Mercier & Co., Geneva,

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • gold, enamel, pearls
  • Long. 3.5 cm; larg. 2 cm
each rectangular, in the form of a book, with translucent blue enamel back cover, taille d'épargne borders and spine, one with front cover painted with a smiling putto, the other with flowers, pearl borders, each with finely-pierced scroll grille, each maker's mark only

Condition

The first one with restoration to the back enamel and some scratching to the panel; the second with added pendent loop. Both very smart and elegant.
"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."