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A French Silver-gilt and cut-glass traveling dresser service, retailed by Cartier, Paris, circa 1920
Estimate
800 - 1,000 USD
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Description
most with maker's mark, French standard mark and Cartier signature
- silver-gilt, tortoiseshell
- length of the fitted case 20 1/2 in.
- 52.2 cm
decorated with sunburst engine-turning spreading from contemporary art deco monogram BKR, comprising rectangular mirror, pair of hair brushes, nine cut-glass and silver-gilt jars and flasks, three silver-gilt canisters, nail buffer, pair of clothes brushes, shoe horn, letter opener, comb, two leather jewel boxes, in fitted black leather case. Together with a pair of gilt-metal hand mirrors, gilt-metal standing mirror, and tortoiseshell comb. 28 pieces.
Condition
appears to be lacquered and probably regilt, two glass flasks with chips to corners, overall good condition
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.
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.