rectangular, comprising: a silver-gilt case enamelled in coral, Asprey & Co. Ltd., London, 1933, with agate sides, banded with rose diamonds within black enamel borders, the lid applied with a marquess's coronet in rose diamonds, 9.3 cm., 3 5/8 in.; a black and green enamelled gold example, probably American, circa 1925, inscribed: PAT. APLD. FOR, in a fabric pochette, stamped 14k and incuse maker's mark,  7.5cm., 3 in.; and a black lacquer example, Strauss. Allard & Meyer, Paris, circa 1925, applied with a glass cameo of Cupid and a love bird, within a green and blue enamel lozenge frame, lapis lazuli ends within chevron borders, gold and lapis lazuli clasp, makers' mark, French eagle, in a suede slip cover, 8.8cm., 3 1/2 in.

1. some losses to black enamel and coral enamel by thumbpiece. 2. some chips, losses and scratches to enamel overall. 3. some scratches to lacquer, large chip missing along hinge at back. glass cameo very worn and scratched.
"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."

Strauss, Allard & Meyer were one of the most successful Paris workshops at this time supplying such retailers as Cartier, Janesich and Van Cleef & Arpels.