细节
AN ART DECO DIAMOND, LACQUER AND IVORY CIGARETTE CASE
Of rounded rectangular form, the red lacquer case decorated with a central circular-shaped panel of 'Shou' design, mounted with rose-cut diamond accents to the diamond and cabochon sapphire-set thumb piece, and gold and blue enamel hinges, the lid opening to reveal an ivory interior, circa 1925, with French assay marks for gold
Thumb piece with maker's mark for Strauss Allard & Meyer
出版
Cf. Sylvie Raulet, 'Jewelry of the 1940s and 1950s', Thames and Hudson Ltd, London 1988, translated from the French "Bijoux des Année 1940-1950", p. 273
Cf. Melissa Garibaldi, 'Art Deco Jewellery 1920-1949', The Antique Collector's Club, Suffolk 1989, for a cigarette case featuring an identical 'Shou' motif representing long life, by Lacloche.
注意事项
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
.jpg?w=1)
