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SAPPHIRE VANITY CASE, BOUCHERON, 1950S
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 EUR
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Description
The reeded rectangular case decorated at the front with a pierced and engraved design of birds and butterflies amongst flowering vines, accented with collet-set circular-cut sapphires, to a concealed push piece, opening to reveal a hinged mirror, a powder compartment, two further lidded compartments and two lipstick holders, measuring approximately 130 x 84 x 20mm, signed Boucheron, numbered, French assay marks for silver and maker's marks, gross weight 505.95 grams, paper box signed Boucheron.
Condition
Signed BOUCHERON PARIS, numbered B N°875012, 80 447. French assay marks for silver and maker's marks throughout. All hinges and lids in good working order, closing securely. Push piece in good working order. Lipstick holders intact, one with internal holder for lipstick, one without. Comb deficient. Powder puff deficient. Mirror mostly in good condition, with areas of mild discolouration. Scratches to metal consistent with wear, some more noticeable scratches around pushpiece, some patches of minor discolouration to metal. Two dents visible. In good condition, commensurate with age. Gross weight 505.95 grams.
"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."