Important Watches

Cartier, New York

An yellow gold lipstick holder with integrated watch, Circa 1940

No reserve

No Reserves

Auction Closed

April 24, 04:23 PM GMT

Estimate

24,000 - 40,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

Cartier, New York

An yellow gold lipstick holder with integrated watch, Circa 1940

Dial: silvered dial, black Arabic numerals, outer chemin-de-fer minute track, blued steel feuille hands

Calibre: 3.75’’’ x 9.25’’’ baguette-form calibre FHF 59 movement signed Pery Watch Co., grained decoration, lever escapement, 17 jewels, bi-metallic compensation balance with timing and poising screws, unadjusted, U.S. import code JXL

Case: 14k yellow gold case with ribbed engine-turned decoration, the gold lipstick holder sliding out from the base of the case, the upper case sliding upwards to reveal the dial, polished cartouche to main case front engraved with initials MI De R, gold casement for movement/dial with satin finished front, raised bezel, notched winding crown, the outer case body shaped around the crown’s stem

Case number: opposite edge to winding crown numbered 144'331

Size: 70 mm length x 13 mm width

Accessories: Cartier presentation box and travelling pouch

This gold lipstick holder with integrated watch is a striking example of how Cartier elevated a simple utilitarian item into an innovative statement of luxury. Other creations, blending creativity and functionality, included watches integrated into money clips, photo frames, cigarette cases, powder compacts, lighters, pens, and even paper knives. The Pery Watch Co. was a sub-brand of Dreyfus Frères & Co., a watchmaker based in Péry, on the outskirts of Biel/Bienne in the Swiss Jura. They supplied small movements for a range of Cartier’s New York accessory watches during the 1940s. Movements signed by Dreyfus & Co. themselves are also known to have been used in Cartier accessories.

卡地亞紐約

黃金唇膏架，備時計，約1940年製

附帶盒子及旅行袋子

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense.

Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice 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. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.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."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."