Lot 65
- 65
Enamel, onyx and diamond cigarette and vanity case, Cartier, circa 1925
Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gold, enamel, onyx diamonds
The cylindrical black enamel case decorated with lines of rose diamonds, the onyx and rose diamond push piece opening to reveal a cigarette compartment, vesta case and powder compartment, suspended from an onyx and rose diamond baton link chain and lipstick holder, measuring approximately 82 x 40 x 30mm, signed Cartier, indistinctly numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Exhibited
Cf: Judy Rudoe "Cartier 1900-1939", British Museum Press, page 128, image 65 for an image of a similar cigarette and vanity case by Cartier New York.
Condition
French assay marks for 18 carat gold and maker's marks. Signed Cartier Paris Londres, New York and indistinctly numbered 0152. Minor abrasions commensurate with age and wear, overall very good condition, large chip to one onyx baton and small chips to two other onyx batons, mirror deficient. Total weight approximately 200 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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."