Lot Essay
cf. Sylvie Raulet, "Van Cleef & Arpels", Editions du Regard, Paris, 1986, page 285
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A GOLD AND DIAMOND VANITY CASE, BY VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
Of circular scalloped outline, entirely decorated with etched gold flowers, the top enhanced by diamond collet and circular-cut diamond bombé pistils, opening to reveal a fitted mirror and powder compartment, mounted in 18k gold, circa 1950, in a Van Cleef & Arpels brown suede case
Signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY, no. 15392
Of circular scalloped outline, entirely decorated with etched gold flowers, the top enhanced by diamond collet and circular-cut diamond bombé pistils, opening to reveal a fitted mirror and powder compartment, mounted in 18k gold, circa 1950, in a Van Cleef & Arpels brown suede case
Signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY, no. 15392