Lot 38
  • 38

A JEWELLED GOLD, ENAMEL AND NEPHRITE CIGARETTE AND VESTA CASE, GUSTAVE RENAULT FOR CARTIER, CIRCA 1910 |

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
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Description

  • 10.8cm, 4 1/4 in. wide
rectangular, the hinged lid mounted in a gold rim enamelled with white bands centred with three black squares, protruding rose diamond-set thumbpiece, the left side opening to reveal a match compartment, matching tinder cord on a gold chain with suspension loop, maker's mark, post-1919 French control mark, serial numbers: 0467, 0318 on the rim

Condition

very elegant - the nephrite of beautiful colour and in excellent condition, only minute loss to the white enamel in three corners of the top lid and both corner of the lid for the vesta compartment
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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