Lot 43
  • 43

Collection of Six Art Deco Cigarette Cases

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Collection of Six Art Deco Cigarette Cases
  • five impressed with French control marks, one with English control marks, variously impressed with maker's marks, retailer's marks, and MADE IN FRANCE

  • silver, silver-gilt, enamel and eggshell lacquer

Provenance

Sybarites Gallery, November 1971 (center left)
Primavera Gallery, New York, December, 1971 (top right)
Sybarites Gallery, February 1972 (top center)
Primavera Gallery, June 1972 (center right)
Parke-Bernet, New York, December 15, 1972, lot 75 (for center)
Lillian Nassau, New York, February 1973 (upper left)
Acquired from each of the above by the present owner

Literature

Martin Battersby, The Decorative Twenties, New York, 1969, p. 116 (for a related example of the case in center)

Condition

Overall in very good condition. Areas of tarnish and a few surface scratches and light abrasions consistent with age and use. Case illustrated in catalogue in upper left currently cannot be opened.
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.
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