comprising a Hand Mirror, Hair Brush, two Clothes Brushes, Whisk, Jewelry Box and Powder Box, all enameled with putti in various pursuits, 7 pieces

all with a ding or small dent to edges, bristles of brushes slightly dirty, otherwise good condition, no losses to enamel
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

The enamel work is probably by George de Festetics, a Hungarian artist who was lured to Gorham after having graduated with highest honors from the "Vienna Museum of [Applied] Arts" in 1889.  According to the Jewelers' Circular, "his designs are executed by young women, chiefly American, chosen for their artistic tendencies, who work under his immediate supervision, and are practically educated by him... the work is slow, the minutiae extreme, and months of labor go into each article."