A BLUE ENAMEL AND DIAMOND-SET VANITY CASE

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A BLUE ENAMEL AND DIAMOND-SET VANITY CASE
The rectangular blue enamel case with diamond-set enamelled floral slide clasp, opening to reveal two compartments, lipstick holder and mirror, circa 1935, 7.9 cm. wide, with French assay marks for gold and silver
No. 2302 with maker's mark AP

Provenance

From the Estate of Ginger Rogers

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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.

Lot Essay

Ginger Rogers, born Virginia Katherine McMath on July 16, 1911 in Independence, Missouri, made her film debut at the age of 16, playing opposite Claudette Colbert in "Young Man of Manhattan". This was the start of what became one of the most celebrated acting careers of her time. With over 70 films, including 10 produced along side Fred Astaire and an Academy Award for Best Actress for her leading role in "Kitty Foyle", Ginger Rogers has become synonymous with style and elegance.

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