Lot 72
- 72
Styptor and diamond minaudière, Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1940
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- metal, gold, diamonds, glass, tortoiseshell
Opening to reveal eight compartments, four removable cases, mirror, lighter, tortoiseshell cigarette holder, comb and miniature clock applied with Roman numerals, accented with rose diamonds, measuring approximately 210 x 140 x 20mm, minaudière signed Van Cleef & Arpels, removable cases stamped VCA, fitted case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.
Condition
Stamped STYPTOR METAL. Overall good condition with minor abrasions commensurate with age and wear. Minor losses and spotting to mirror. Watch not running with traces of rust visible to base of dial. Lighter not working. Removable vanity case with traces of lipstick present. Outer case with wear consistent with use.
"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."