A TORTOISESHELL EVENING CASE, BY BULGARI

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A TORTOISESHELL EVENING CASE, BY BULGARI
The oval-shaped tortoiseshell case lined with brown suede to the cabochon ruby push-clasp, opening to reveal an oval mirror, suspended on a black leather strap or original brown silk cord with tassel, mounted in 18k gold, 15.0 cm long
Signed Bulgari, N.Y., no. 271 (2)

來源

Christie's Geneva, Jewels from the Personal Collection of Princess Salimah Aga Khan, 13 November 1995, lot 15

注意事項

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.

拍品專文

In the early 1960s, Bulgari created the oval evening bag. Its distinctive oval outline and voluminous form set it apart from the more conventional jewelled evening bags. In fact, they were so popular that clients often had to be put on a waiting list. Initially designed in gold they came in a variety of materials such as tortoiseshell, which effectively combines a sophisticated brown with an attractive softness in tone and pattern.