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ENAMEL AND DIAMOND PENDANT, JEAN DAMPT, RETAILED BY CARTIER, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,500 - 5,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
Designed as a reliquary, the case applied with blue guilloché enamel, detailed with a crescent moon, scrolled borders, suspension loop and cross-shaped push-piece, all set with rose diamonds, opening to reveal the miniature figure of Saint Anthony of Padua, inside case applied with turquoise enamel and golden star motifs, base of figure signed J. Dampt, French assay and maker's mark, fitted case stamped Cartier. LITERATURE Cf.: G. von Habsburg, Fabergé - Cartier: Rivalen am Zarenhof, Munich, 2004, p. 405, plate 854, for a similar example by Cartier.
Condition
Signed J. Dampt to base of figure. Stamped with maker's mark EC and French assay marks for 18 carat gold on side of figure. Diamonds bright and lively. Scratches to enamel consistent with age and wear, there is a chip to base on one corner. One star motif deficient to inside of lid, appears to have been re-enamelled. Hinges in good working order. Lid closes securely. Push piece in good working order. Scratches and areas of minor discolouration to metal surfaces. Overall in good condition. Gross weight approximately 21 grams. Length approximately 44 x 15mm. Accompanied by fitted case stamped Cartier. For further information please contact the department on +44 (0)207 293 6409.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones.
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. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones.
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."