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An Art Deco jewelled and enamelled gold cigarette case, Gorham, dated March 26, 1924
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- An Art Deco jewelled and enamelled gold cigarette case, Gorham, dated March 26, 1924
- ENAMEL, GOLD
- 7.5 cm., 3 in high
cut-cornered rectangular form, enamelled in cream with scarlet borders, top and base, the front with scarlet enamel thumbpiece and panel set within a rose diamond-set frame, the interior with inner pierced tray attached to the hinge to raise cigarettes, the rim inscribed: Pat. Mar 26 1924 and further struck: 14K
Condition
Some wear and light scratching on back. Single scratch on front near thumbpiece. Red border with chippy scrape partly glue-filled (approx 1 cm) on back right near top.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
For a cigarette case inscribed: Gorham Inc., with almost identical exterior decoration but hinged to form two compartments, see Sotheby's London, 22 July 2008, lot 248.